Fairfax County, Virginia: The Dangerous Consequences of Sanctuary Policies

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement will hold a hearing on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET. The hearing, "Fairfax County, Virginia: The Dangerous Consequences of Sanctuary Policies," will examine how state and local policies that prioritize illegal aliens over U.S. citizens and prohibit cooperation with federal immigration authorities hurt public safety and have devastating consequences.

WITNESSES: 

• Honorable Stephen Descano, Commonwealth's Attorney, Office of the Fairfax County Commonwealth's Attorney
• Honorable Stacey Kincaid, Sheriff, Fairfax County, Virginia
• Cheryl Minter, mother of Stephanie Minter
• Jason Miyares, former Virginia Attorney General
• Sean Kennedy, Member, Fairfax County Criminal Justice Advisory Board; President, Virginians for Safe Communities