Three Democratic governors testified before Congress on Thursday about their states' immigration policies, amid protests against the Trump administration's deportation efforts. Governors Walz (Minnesota), Hochul (New York), and Pritzker (Illinois) were questioned by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Walz faced Republican criticism for comparing ICE to Trump's "Gestapo." He clarified he was referring to Trump's use of ICE, not the agency itself. Protests escalated after Trump deployed the National Guard and Marines.
Republicans targeted Democratic policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The hearing focused on alleged crimes by undocumented immigrants. Trump previously claimed undocumented immigrants were dangerous and targeted sanctuary cities.
Congressional Republicans are pushing bills against states not cooperating with federal immigration enforcement. The Oversight committee chair stated the hearing would examine the consequences of sanctuary policies. The ranking Democrat criticized the administration's handling of immigration and defended Walz's comparison. Walz defended Minnesota, stating it is not a sanctuary state and cooperates with federal authorities.
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