The mayors of New York, Chicago, Boston, and Denver faced tough questions in Congress this week over their cities’ sanctuary policies. These rules block local police from helping federal agents deport illegal immigrants, even dangerous ones. Republicans slammed the mayors for putting Americans at risk and breaking federal laws.
New York’s Mayor Eric Adams tried to look tough by letting ICE agents into city jails. But critics say this is just a show. His city has spent over $7 billion housing migrants while cutting services for taxpayers. Adams is also under federal investigation for corruption, raising doubts about his leadership.
Chicago’s Mayor Brandon Johnson doubled down on his far-left agenda, calling his city a “global capital” for migrants. He ignored how sanctuary policies have strained local budgets and left neighborhoods less safe. Chicago’s crime rates stay high, but Johnson cares more about political correctness than protecting citizens.
Boston’s Michelle Wu bragged about lower murder rates but dodged questions about ICE cooperation. She spent $650,000 in taxpayer money to hire lawyers instead of using those funds for police or schools. Wu’s focus on woke politics over common sense shows how out of touch liberal leaders are.
Denver’s Mike Johnston claimed he wants balance but still defends sanctuary rules. His city wasted millions housing 43,000 migrants, forcing cuts to parks and roads. Johnston even let federal agents raid a suburb over gang violence, proving his policies backfired. Conservatives argue Denver’s chaos is what happens when leaders ignore the law.
Republicans warned these cities could lose federal funding if they keep defying immigration enforcement. They highlighted cases where released illegal immigrants committed violent crimes. Sanctuary policies protect criminals, not families, and put ICE agents in danger during risky arrests.
The mayors tried to play victims, blaming Trump instead of their own failures. But Americans are tired of excuses. They want leaders who secure borders, not cities that become magnets for illegal immigration. The hearing exposed how radical leftists prioritize open borders over safe streets.
This showdown proves sanctuary cities are a disaster. They drain resources, ignore federal law, and make communities less safe. It’s time to hold these mayors accountable and put American citizens first.
