Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is among four mayors of major U.S. cities called to testify before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform regarding sanctuary jurisdictions. The committee, led by U.S. Rep. James Comer, is investigating how these policies impact federal law enforcement efforts. Wu, along with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, have been invited to testify at a hearing on Feb. 11.
Sanctuary jurisdictions, which provide protection for immigrants, particularly those living in the U.S. illegally, limit how local law enforcement can cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Under the Trump administration, the Justice Department has taken a tough stance on these policies, threatening criminal charges against officials they believe are obstructing immigration enforcement.
Boston, along with three other cities, has been singled out by Comer for its failure to comply with federal law. The committee has requested documents and communications related to Boston’s sanctuary city status dating back to 2024. Comer argues that citizens in these cities have suffered due to sanctuary policies, making Americans less safe.
Wu reaffirmed Boston’s status as a sanctuary city after Trump’s election victory, with the City Council unanimously supporting this decision. The hearing will provide insight into how these policies impact public safety and federal law enforcement efforts. The investigation aims to shed light on the implications of sanctuary jurisdictions and the legal challenges they pose.
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