"House Republicans in Disarray: Failed Impeachment and Intra-Party Clashes"

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House Republicans failed to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over the migrant crisis at the US-Mexico border in a 216-214 vote, with four Republicans breaking ranks. Despite the setback, Republicans plan to try again, citing Mayorkas's alleged failure to enforce immigration policies. The impeachment proceedings were initiated by Marjorie Taylor Greene, and if successful, it would have been the first impeachment of a cabinet secretary since 1876. The vote reflects the growing political focus on border security and immigration issues in the lead-up to the 2024 election.
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- McClintock defends vote against Mayorkas impeachment: Greene should ‘read the Constitution’ The Hill
- In chaotic scene, Republicans argue with GOP lawmaker after 'no' vote on impeachment The Washington Post
- Matt Gaetz: 'Wouldn't it have been nice to still have Kevin McCarthy' USA TODAY
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