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    Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas impeached by House Republicans

    Mayorkas becomes the first cabinet secretary to be impeached since 1876. The Democratic-controlled Senate is expected to leave Mayorkas in office.
    by Eric McDaniel Feb 13, 2024 2 minutes
    The House has voted along party lines to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The Senate is not expected to convict him or expel him from office.
    Updated February 13, 2024 at 8:04 PM ET

    The House of Representatives has voted 214-213 to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for "willful and systemic refusal to comply with the law" in enforcing border policy and "breach public trust." Three Republicans voted with

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