FBI and DHS Chiefs Face Backlash for Skipping Senate Hearing on Security Threats

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and FBI Director Christopher Wray did not attend a Senate Homeland Security Committee hearing, marking a significant break from tradition. This absence was criticized by committee chairman Sen. Gary Peters as depriving the public of important information on national security efforts. The FBI and DHS cited the need for classified discussions as a reason for their absence. This development comes as both officials are likely nearing the end of their tenures with the incoming Trump administration.