House Speaker Mike Johnson signed articles of impeachment against U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, citing violations of immigration and border security laws. The articles are set to be delivered to the U.S. Senate after rescheduling the trial to Tuesday from Wednesday.
Key Points
Articles of impeachment cite Mayorkas' repeated violations of immigration and border security laws
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer claims Mayorkas was improperly impeached over 'policy differences'
Mayorkas' support for foreign migrants contrasts with the impacts on American citizens and the U.S. educational system
Report shows illegal immigrants in the U.S. cost taxpayers over $150 billion annually
Pros
Addressing concerns over immigration and border security violations
Holding government officials accountable for their actions
Cons
Political division over the impeachment process
Disagreement on the motives and justifications behind the impeachment