House GOP Attempts Rare Impeachment of Homeland Security Head Over Immigration Policy Disputes
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House Republicans failed once to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, but will try again in a tight vote on Tuesday evening.
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The GOP claims Mayorkas failed to enforce immigration laws and lied to Congress about border security. He denies those allegations.
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If the House impeaches Mayorkas, the charges would go to the Senate for a trial, but senators in both parties have shown little interest.
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The move comes as Republicans vow tough new immigration measures if they retake the White House in 2024, with Trump even proposing mass deportations.
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Last week's failed impeachment vote was a surprise, ending in a 219-219 tie after a Democrat who underwent surgery made a dramatic appearance on the House floor.