Mayorkas Impeached as House Republicans Redo Vote
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
4:40 PM – Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Republicans overcame strong Democrat resistance to proceed with their accusations, and Alejandro N. Mayorkas, the U.S. homeland security secretary, became the first member of the sitting cabinet to be impeached.
In a vote that broke all previous records, the U.S. House of Representatives decided on Tuesday to remove Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas from office.
Mayorkas was accused of deliberately failing to enforce border rules and betraying public confidence.
By a vote of 214-to-213, Republicans triumphed over Democrat members’ resistance and internal dissent to impeach Mayorkas, the first sitting cabinet secretary in American history.
Republicans cheered as the vote was gaveled out. GOP Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), a driving force behind the impeachment, was seen posing in photos with members while receiving hugs and congratulations.
Prior to the vote’s announcement, a Democrat yelled, “Shame!” aloud.
Republican Steve Scalise (R-La.), whose return to D.C. helped Republicans push the impeachment process to the finish line, was also embraced and fist-bumped by other Republicans.
Every Democrat had voted “No.”
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How did the evidence presented during the hearings sway enough Republicans to vote in favor of removing Mayorkas from office?
E celebrating the historic decision.
The impeachment process began just weeks ago when a group of Republican lawmakers initiated an investigation into Mayorkas’ handling of border security. They accused him of failing to secure the country’s borders and allowing an influx of illegal immigrants to enter the United States. Republicans argued that his actions endangered national security and undermined the rule of law.
Despite strong resistance from Democrats, who viewed the impeachment as a politically motivated attack, the evidence presented during the hearings convinced enough Republicans to vote in favor of removing Mayorkas from office.
During the hearings, several witnesses testified about Mayorkas’ alleged negligence and disregard for the law. They provided evidence of a systemic breakdown in the enforcement of immigration policies, with thousands of undocumented individuals entering the country unchecked. Furthermore, they argued that Mayorkas knowingly misled the public by downplaying the severity of the situation at the border.
Republican lawmakers argued that the impeachment was necessary to hold the administration accountable and restore public trust in the Department of Homeland Security. They highlighted the importance of enforcing immigration laws to protect national security and the integrity of the immigration system.
Democrats, on the other hand, defended Mayorkas and portrayed the impeachment as a political witch-hunt. They accused Republicans of using the impeachment process as a tactic to distract from other issues and undermine the Biden administration’s agenda.
The impeachment of a sitting cabinet secretary is an unprecedented event in American history. It reflects the deep divisions and partisan polarization that exist in the country. The Republican victory in impeaching Mayorkas signifies their determination to challenge the Biden administration’s immigration policies and hold them accountable for what they perceive as failures in border security.
With Mayorkas’ removal from office, the Department of Homeland Security faces a period of uncertainty and transition. President Biden will need to nominate a new secretary who can regain public trust and effectively manage the complex issues surrounding border security.
The impeachment of Alejandro Mayorkas marks a significant milestone in American political history. It sets a precedent for holding cabinet members accountable for their actions and sends a message that no one is above the law. The repercussions of this impeachment will continue to reverberate throughout the political landscape as both parties grapple with the implications of this groundbreaking decision.
Only time will tell how this historic event will shape the future of the Department of Homeland Security and the nation as a whole.
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