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US House Republicans voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, despite lacking hard evidence for supposed high crimes and misdemeanors. After a delay, articles of impeachment were planned to be delivered to the Senate on April 10, but this was delayed again due to concerns that the Democratic-led Senate would quickly dismiss the charges. House Republicans have been pushing to impeach Mayorkas since his first year in office, accusing him of reckless abandonment of border security and immigration enforcement.
US House Votes to Impeach Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas
On Feb 13, U.S. House Republicans voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alleging high crimes and misdemeanors, without evidence of any illegal acts. Yet, after two months, articles of impeachment have not been sent to the U.S. Senate for trial.
Impeachment Articles Delivery Delayed
On March 28, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) and 11 House impeachment managers informed Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) of their intent to deliver the articles on April 10. However, CNN reported the delivery was delayed due to concerns the Senate would dismiss the charges quickly.
Pressure for Extended Senate Trial
The delay was reportedly influenced by Senate Republicans who wished for a lengthier Senate trial. Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt expressed that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer should face consequences if a full trial does not occur.
Impeachment Labeled as Waste of Time
Several Senate Republicans, including North Dakota Sen. Kevin Cramer, have criticized the impeachment as a waste of time. Secretary Mayorkas’ actions, according to Utah Sen. Mitt Romney, were not high crimes or misdemeanors, but rather aligned with party and presidential positions.
Consistent Impeachment Efforts Against Mayorkas
House Republicans have consistently pushed for Mayorkas’ impeachment, accusing him of neglecting border security. After two failed attempts, a successful impeachment resolution was passed with a close vote of 214-213, authored by Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
House Republicans Support Impeachment
Several Pennsylvania Republican Representatives supported the impeachment, citing border security concerns and accusing Mayorkas of disregarding the law. They stressed the importance of a Senate trial to present evidence of Mayorkas’ alleged crimes.
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