Comer to grill blue state governors on sanctuary policies in high-profile hearing
Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., has issued a stern warning to Harvard University regarding federal funding amidst a civil rights probe. Additionally, Comer made headlines for blocking Democrats from using taxpayer money to travel to El Salvador, shedding light on sanctuary city policies, and highlighting China’s acquisition of U.S. farmland.
In a bold move, Chairman James Comer has summoned three blue state governors – New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz – to testify before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee. The hearing, scheduled for June 12, aims to address sanctuary policies that allegedly harbor criminal illegal aliens.
Comer criticized sanctuary states for hindering federal immigration enforcement efforts initiated by the Trump administration. He emphasized the importance of prioritizing the safety of U.S. citizens over protecting criminal illegal aliens. The upcoming hearing is expected to spark debate and scrutiny, especially given the contentious nature of the topic.
Republicans have blamed blue state governors for exacerbating the border crisis by resisting stricter immigration policies. Of particular interest is Tim Walz, a former House member and 2024 presidential candidate, who will be making a notable appearance in Washington. Both Walz and Pritzker have been touted as potential presidential contenders for the 2028 election.
The hearing follows a previous event in March, where the House Oversight Committee heard testimonies from various mayors on sanctuary policies. Comer had previously requested information from the three governors regarding their sanctuary policies in April. Fox News Digital reached out to the governors for their comments on the upcoming hearing.
In conclusion, Rep. James Comer’s proactive approach to addressing sanctuary policies and immigration enforcement is set to ignite discussions and scrutiny in the political arena. As the hearing date approaches, all eyes will be on the testimony provided by the three Democratic governors summoned to testify before the House Oversight Committee.
