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The Trump administration is terminating Somalia's Temporary Protected Status, affecting roughly 2,500 Somalis with TPS or pending applications and revoking work authorization; beneficiaries will lose their status by March 17, risking deportation as officials argue conditions in Somalia have improved and TPS should not be extended.
The Trump administration has suspended the US green card lottery program, citing its use by the suspect in the Brown University shooting, as part of broader immigration restrictions and security measures.
The Trump administration plans to expand its travel ban to include around 30 countries, intensifying restrictions on migration following a recent shooting in Washington, with a review of existing approvals and a pause on immigration requests from the currently restricted nations.
Kim Kardashian was criticized by Homeland Security for her comments on immigration and ICE raids, with officials claiming she is misinformed and suggesting she should refrain from speaking on these issues, despite her advocacy for immigrant rights.
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and FBI Director Christopher Wray faced bipartisan criticism for declining to testify publicly at a Senate hearing on worldwide threats, opting instead for a classified setting. Senators from both parties expressed frustration, emphasizing the importance of transparency in discussing national security threats. While the officials offered a classified briefing, lawmakers like Sen. Josh Hawley called for public accountability, with Hawley even suggesting Wray's resignation. The FBI and DHS defended their decision, citing previous public disclosures and the need for detailed classified discussions.
House Republicans are moving to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, citing the ongoing border crisis as a central issue. This marks a strategic shift from previous considerations of impeaching President Biden. The impeachment effort is expected to proceed through the House Homeland Security Committee, with bipartisan support appearing uncertain due to a narrow Republican majority and concerns over setting a precedent. The move reflects the GOP's focus on immigration as a key topic for the 2024 campaign, while Democrats and some constitutional experts argue that policy disagreements do not constitute impeachable offenses.
On CBS's "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan and Speaker Mike Johnson clashed over the GOP's efforts to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Johnson accused Mayorkas of failing to enforce border laws and lying to Congress, while Brennan questioned the prioritization of impeachment over addressing border issues. The House Homeland Security Committee has been investigating Mayorkas for alleged dereliction of duty and is preparing to hold impeachment hearings. Mayorkas has been a key figure in Senate negotiations for a bipartisan border policy deal, which has been a point of contention in the impeachment debate.
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas avoided a direct answer when asked by a Fox News anchor if he would resign in the event of being impeached by the House. The House is set to begin impeachment hearings against him next week, focusing on his leadership and decision-making at the border, particularly in relation to a migration crisis. Mayorkas emphasized his commitment to leading the Department of Homeland Security and its various missions, including immigration, cybersecurity, and disaster response. The hearings come after a review of his actions and a recent surge in migrants at the U.S. border.
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.
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.
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.
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.