House Republicans launched accusations at four mayors of “sanctuary cities” during a contentious hearing, accusing them of treason, violating federal laws and having “blood” on their hands, with one representative claiming she would recommend the Department of Justice bring a criminal investigation against them.
Mayors Eric Adams of New York City, Michelle Wu of Boston, Brandon Johnson of Chicago and Mike Johnston of Denver faced hours of aggressive questioning Wednesday from members of the House Oversight Committee in a reality television-like showdown.
