"Senate Launches Impeachment Trial for Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas Amid Burnout Concerns"

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"Senate Launches Impeachment Trial for Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas Amid Burnout Concerns"
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The Senate has begun the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, with Democrats expected to move for a quick dismissal while Republicans insist on a full trial. Mayorkas is the first Cabinet secretary to be impeached in almost 150 years, with House Republicans voting to impeach him over his handling of the southern border. The White House has criticized the impeachment effort as a political stunt, while Senate Republicans seek to reach a time agreement with Democrats for floor debate. The outcome of the trial is uncertain, with Democrats facing pressure over their vote on whether to dismiss or proceed with a trial.

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