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Democratic Governors to Testify Before GOP-Led Oversight Committee on Sanctuary Policies

Governors Hochul, Pritzker, and Walz are set to appear on June 12 as Republicans escalate their scrutiny of state-level sanctuary protections.

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Gov. JB Pritzker speaks from his ceremonial office after delivering his annual budget address on Feb. 19, 2025, at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Overview

  • The House Oversight Committee has scheduled a June 12 hearing featuring Democratic Governors Kathy Hochul (NY), JB Pritzker (IL), and Tim Walz (MN).
  • Chairman James Comer accuses sanctuary states of obstructing federal immigration enforcement and protecting criminal illegal immigrants.
  • The inquiry builds on March hearings with sanctuary city mayors, including those from New York City, Chicago, Boston, and Denver.
  • In April, Comer formally requested information from the governors regarding their states' sanctuary policies, expanding the investigation to the state level.
  • The hearing comes amid heightened partisan tensions over immigration, with Republicans emphasizing border security and Democrats defending sanctuary policies as essential for public safety and inclusivity.