Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., announces a hearing on sanctuary policies with three blue state governors set to testify, blaming them for fueling the border crisis by resisting federal immigration enforcement.
Key Points
Rep. James Comer leads the House Oversight Committee hearing
Blue state governors Hochul, Pritzker, and Walz are summoned to testify
Accusations that sanctuary policies contribute to the border crisis
Pros
Addressing the issue of sanctuary policies and their impact on immigration enforcement
Holding governors accountable for prioritizing protection of criminal illegal aliens over U.S. citizens
Cons
Likely to be a contentious hearing with political tensions
Potential for the issue to be politicized for electoral gain