House of Representatives votes to block Homeland Security Secretary's salary amid ongoing border crisis
House of Representatives votes to block Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas' salary, amid ongoing criticism from House GOP over border crisis. Multiple amendments passed, including funding for completion of Trump's border wall and provisions to block funds for abortion care and transgender health care for noncitizens detained in ICE custody.
Key Points
- House GOP criticizes Mayorkas for enduring crisis at the southern border
- Amendments include funding for completion of Trump's border wall and restrictions on specific healthcare provisions
Pros
- Efforts to hold DHS Secretary accountable for border crisis
- Multiple amendments passed to address various issues related to immigration policies
Cons
- Highly unlikely for the appropriations bill to be taken up by the Democrat-led Senate
- Ongoing political tension and division over immigration policies