LIVE| Lindsey Graham leads heated senate hearing on ‘End of Sanctuary Cities act’ push

The Senate Budget Committee holds a high-stakes hearing on sanctuary city policies, led by Chairman Lindsey Graham. The session examines the financial and public safety impacts of cities that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Graham is pushing his “End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026,” arguing such policies undermine law enforcement and immigration control. Meanwhile, Ranking Member Jeff Merkley is expected to challenge the proposal, setting the stage for a sharp political clash on Capitol Hill.