More than 40 Senate Republicans are urging Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to permit an impeachment trial against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas due to his oversight of record-breaking illegal immigration and the creation of a catch-and-release network.
Key Points
Senate Republicans led by Sen. Lindsey Graham are calling for an impeachment trial against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
Mayorkas oversaw record-breaking illegal immigration and a catch-and-release network
House voted 214-213 to impeach Mayorkas in February
Pros
Upholding constitutional responsibility to adjudicate House impeachment
Addressing concerns over record-breaking illegal immigration and catch-and-release network
Cons
Delay in sending articles of impeachment to the Senate