Sanctuary Governors Testify on Immigration Clash Capitol Hill

Democratic governors from sanctuary states, including Illinois' JB Pritzker, Minnesota's Tim Walz, and New York's Kathy Hochul, faced intense questioning from Republican lawmakers during a House Oversight Committee hearing regarding their immigration policies. The hearing occurred amid escalating tensions following President Donald Trump's federal deployment of National Guard and active-duty Marines to Los Angeles in response to protests against ICE immigration raids. Republicans criticized the governors for sanctuary policies that they argue shield criminal illegal immigrants and endanger American citizens, calling for Congressional review of federal funding to sanctuary jurisdictions. The governors were unable to justify their sanctuary policies when confronted with the consequences of illegal immigration enforcement challenges. Democrats are trying to balance support for law-abiding immigrants and free speech with border security concerns, while President Trump emphasizes law and order, a stance that polls well nationally. The topic remains a significant point of contention in national politics, with ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and sanctuary policies reflected in both legislative hearings and public demonstrations.