Governors Face Grilling Over Sanctuary Policies | JQJO

Democratic governors JB Pritzker (Illinois), Tim Walz (Minnesota), and Kathy Hochul (New York) will testify before the House Oversight Committee on Thursday regarding their states' immigration policies, which Republicans label as "sanctuary" policies. The hearing, requested by Chair James Comer, focuses on accusations that these policies shield criminal illegal aliens from federal enforcement. The governors plan to defend their policies, emphasizing compliance with federal law and cooperation with immigration enforcement. Republicans contend these policies prioritize undocumented individuals over citizen safety, while Democrats argue they are focusing on effective governance.