Mayorkas Impeachment Trial Set to Begin with Senate as Jury
100 Senators to Be Sworn In, Trial to Commence at 1 pm
WASHINGTON, DC - The impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas will commence at 1 pm EST today, with all 100 senators serving as jurors. The trial marks the second attempt by House Republicans to impeach Mayorkas over his handling of immigration and border security issues.
House Vote Impeaches Mayorkas
On Tuesday evening, the House voted by a narrow margin of 214 to 213 to impeach Mayorkas. The vote largely fell along party lines, with all but two Democrats voting against impeachment and all but one Republican voting in favor.
Charges and Allegations
The charges against Mayorkas include willful neglect of duty, incompetence, and failure to uphold the law. Republican lawmakers have accused him of failing to control the surge in illegal immigration at the southern border and of allowing criminals to enter the country.
Trial Process
The impeachment trial will be presided over by Chief Justice John Roberts. The House impeachment managers will present their case against Mayorkas, while his defense team will respond. The senators will then deliberate and vote on whether to convict or acquit Mayorkas.
Outcome Uncertain
The outcome of the trial is uncertain, as a two-thirds majority of the Senate is required to convict Mayorkas. Democrats currently hold 51 seats in the Senate, meaning they could block conviction if they remain united in their opposition.
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