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Hearing Wrap Up: Sanctuary Mayors Refuse to Change Policies That Obstruct Federal Immigration Enforcement and Protect Dangerous Criminal Aliens

Release Date: 2025-03-05
Media: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
Summary: The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform held a hearing titled “A Hearing with Sanctuary City Mayors,” where members discussed the border crisis created by the Biden-Harris Administration and the impact of sanctuary city policies. The mayors of Chicago, Denver, New York City, and Boston refused to change their policies that prevent local law enforcement from sharing information with federal authorities or transferring criminal illegal aliens to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Members emphasized that these policies endanger American communities and urged Congress to evaluate federal funding to sanctuary cities.

Key points highlighted during the hearing include the refusal of sanctuary city leaders to cooperate with federal immigration efforts, with specific examples of criminal illegal aliens harming the public in these cities. Lawmakers also stressed that such policies violate federal law, jeopardize public safety, and put federal law enforcement at risk. Members called for greater cooperation with ICE and emphasized the need to hold mayors accountable for defying federal immigration laws. Several members also pointed out the financial burden on taxpayers in sanctuary cities and the failure of these cities to protect their citizens properly.
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