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House of Representatives Impeaches Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
Senate Trial to Commence
Washington, D.C. - On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, the House of Representatives voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas. The impeachment articles allege that Mayorkas has willfully and knowingly violated the Constitution and laws of the United States.
Articles of Impeachment
The two articles of impeachment charge Mayorkas with:
- Dereliction of duty
- Maladministration
The dereliction of duty charge alleges that Mayorkas has failed to secure the border and protect the American people from terrorism.
The maladministration charge alleges that Mayorkas has abused his authority by promoting illegal immigration and undermining the rule of law.
Senate Trial
The articles of impeachment have now been sent to the Senate, which will hold a trial to determine whether to remove Mayorkas from office. The trial is expected to begin in the coming weeks.
Historical Significance
If Mayorkas is convicted and removed from office, he will be the first Cabinet secretary to be impeached in almost 150 years. The last Cabinet secretary to be impeached was William Belknap, who was impeached in 1876.
Aftermath
The impeachment of Mayorkas is a significant development with far-reaching implications. The outcome of the Senate trial will have a major impact on the future of the Biden administration and the Department of Homeland Security.
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