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politics2 years ago

"House GOP Initiates Impeachment Effort Against Secretary Mayorkas Over Immigration"

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) has indicated that the expected impeachment inquiry into Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is part of a broader examination of the Biden administration's border policies. During an interview, Jordan emphasized that any impeachment decision will be fact-driven, following the announcement of upcoming impeachment hearings against Mayorkas by the House Homeland Security Committee. The hearings are a response to what some GOP members describe as Mayorkas's "dereliction of duty" in managing the U.S. southern border situation. Jordan, along with other Republicans, visited the border to underscore their concerns.

politics2 years ago

"Mayorkas Faces Impeachment Push by House GOP Amid Border Crisis"

House Republicans are initiating impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, citing the ongoing migrant crisis at the southern border. The first hearing is scheduled for January 10 by the House Homeland Security Committee. This action coincides with bipartisan Senate discussions on border and immigration reform. DHS spokesperson Mia Ehrenberg and top Democrat Rep. Bennie Thompson have dismissed the impeachment efforts as baseless and politically motivated. Mayorkas has been involved in advising Senate negotiators on policy changes and has advocated for President Biden's supplemental package that includes foreign aid and border policy changes.

politics2 years ago

"House GOP Initiates Impeachment Hearings Against Homeland Security Chief Mayorkas Over Immigration"

House Republicans are moving forward with efforts to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, citing his handling of the border crisis and immigration enforcement. Despite previous bipartisan rejection of an impeachment resolution, Republicans are planning hearings to address what they call Mayorkas's "egregious misconduct." The Department of Homeland Security has dismissed the impeachment push as a baseless political exercise, while Mayorkas has expressed his willingness to cooperate with the proceedings and emphasized his ongoing work on immigration system reforms. The issue is becoming a focal point in the context of federal funding discussions and the upcoming presidential election year.

politics2 years ago

"House GOP Initiates Impeachment Hearings Against Secretary Mayorkas"

House Republicans are initiating impeachment proceedings against Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, citing his management of the border crisis as the reason. The House Committee on Homeland Security has been investigating Mayorkas for nearly a year and will soon conduct hearings. The Department of Homeland Security has dismissed the impeachment efforts as baseless and politically motivated. The move comes amid heightened attention on immigration issues ahead of the 2024 presidential election and ongoing debates over border security and immigration policy.

politics2 years ago

Mayorkas Clashes with Texas Governor Over Migrant Crisis Management

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas criticized Texas Governor Greg Abbott's practice of busing migrants to Democratic-led cities as a "failure of governance." Mayorkas highlighted the lack of cooperation with other state and local officials, while cities like New York and New Jersey are adjusting to handle the influx. Federal assistance has been sent to affected cities, and political tensions continue to rise with Republicans pushing for immigration legislation and the upcoming impeachment proceedings against Mayorkas.

politics2 years ago

"Mayorkas Responds to Impeachment Effort in Video Statement"

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is facing formal impeachment proceedings initiated by Republicans on the House Homeland Security Committee. Mayorkas responded to the developments during an appearance on "CNN This Morning." The move reflects the GOP's ongoing scrutiny of Mayorkas's handling of his department, particularly immigration and border security issues.