House Republicans are intensifying scrutiny of sanctuary city policies, inviting mayors from major cities to defend their practices in front of Congress. The hearing, led by Republican James Comer, aimed to frame sanctuary cities as conflicting with public safety, asserting they harbor criminal activity. However, mayors from New York, Chicago, Boston, and Denver defended their approaches, highlighting trust between immigrant communities and local law enforcement. They argue that sanctuary policies do not impede law enforcement and provide a moral framework for humanitarian responsibility. This debate reflects ongoing national tensions regarding immigration and local governance, revealing a divide in perspectives.
Adams emphasized that such classifications do not shield criminals, but instead ensure immigrant communities can trust local authorities.
Wu, who brought her one-month-old infant, said it was the Trump administration's over-the-top tactics that jeopardized safety for Americans.
Johnson argued that welcoming city ordinances do not impede criminal investigations, framing the issue through a moral lens of humanitarian responsibility.
Gerry Connolly pushed back against Republican accusations, characterizing the hearing as an assault on local sovereignty and highlighting the cities' policies as compliant with federal law.
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