Senate to Hold Rare Impeachment Trial for Homeland Security Secretary Over Immigration Policies
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The Senate will start an impeachment trial this week for Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the first cabinet-level trial in nearly 150 years.
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Republicans approved articles accusing Mayorkas of violating immigration laws and making false statements to Congress about border issues.
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Democrats call the trial a politically-motivated "sham" and say Republicans just disagree with Biden's policies.
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Mayorkas and the DHS argue he followed the law on immigration parole and gave accurate testimonies.
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The trial is unlikely to result in Mayorkas' removal given the Senate is controlled by Democrats, but immigration is emerging as a major campaign issue.