REP. SYKES VOTES AGAINST FUNDING BILL THAT FAILS TO INCLUDE ICE AND CBP ACCOUNTABILITY REFORMS

Washington, July 21 -- Representative Emilia Sykes issued the following press release:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted against H.R. 9770, a continuing resolution that would extend government funding through December 4, 2026, while continuing operations at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) without additional safeguards or accountability measures.While the bill would continue funding essential federal programs that Ohio families rely on, Rep. Sykes opposed continuing the status quo for immigration enforcement agencies that have lacked the transparency and oversight necessary to protect communities and uphold civil liberties."Republicans continue to ask the Amer...