House GOP Impeaches DHS Secretary Mayorkas, But Senate Trial Unlikely
Impeachment Articles Sent to Senate
House Republicans have escalated their efforts to remove Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas from office, sending two articles of impeachment to the Senate on Tuesday. The move follows months of investigations into Mayorkas' handling of the border crisis and other issues.
Senate Trial Likely to be Short-Lived
However, sources in the Senate have indicated that they do not expect to spend significant time on an impeachment trial for Mayorkas. The chamber is currently focused on other priorities, and there is little support among Democrats for removing the Secretary from office. As a result, the impeachment proceedings are likely to be brief and result in Mayorkas' acquittal.
Pressure on McCarthy to Act
Meanwhile, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is facing growing pressure from within his own party to take further action against Mayorkas. Key allies and top lieutenants are urging him to launch a full-scale impeachment inquiry, despite the lack of support in the Senate.
Impeachment Process
The House voted to impeach Mayorkas on Tuesday by a vote of 229-199, with no Democrats supporting the articles. The articles allege that Mayorkas failed to secure the border, violated his oath of office, and engaged in misconduct.
Next Steps
The Senate will now consider the articles of impeachment and decide whether to hold a trial. If a trial is held, Mayorkas would be the first member of President Biden's cabinet to face such proceedings.
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