House Republicans Investigate Sanctuary City Policies, Summon Mayors to Testify

The Oversight Committee has called the mayors of Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York City to discuss local policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer has launched an investigation into sanctuary city policies, focusing on Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York City.
The mayors of these cities have been invited to testify at a public hearing scheduled for February 11 and provide documents related to their sanctuary policies.
Comer criticized sanctuary jurisdictions for allegedly obstructing federal immigration enforcement and compromising public safety by shielding undocumented immigrants, including those with criminal records.
The mayors, including Boston's Michelle Wu and Denver's Mike Johnston, have defended their policies, emphasizing local safety and legal compliance while rejecting broader federal deportation efforts.
Republicans argue the investigation is necessary to evaluate the need for further legislation on immigration enforcement, while Democratic leaders have dismissed the probe as politically motivated.