Luna Refers Four Sanctuary City Mayors to DOJ for Investigation

During a House Oversight Committee hearing, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., announced she would refer the mayors of Chicago, Boston, Denver, and New York City for criminal investigation due to their sanctuary city policies. Luna claimed these policies violate Title 8, U.S. Code, § 1324, which prohibits harboring illegal aliens, asserting that the mayors are 'aiding and abetting' illegal immigration. The mayors, all Democrats, defended their policies, arguing they are necessary for public safety and humanitarian reasons, and accused Republicans of exaggerating crime rates associated with illegal immigrants. Luna's referral is part of a broader aggressive approach from the Trump administration towards cities that do not comply with federal immigration laws. The mayors emphasized their commitment to comply with all laws, while also standing firm against calls to enforce federal immigration mandates. The situation now awaits action from Attorney General Pam Bondi.