On April 17, 2024, the U.S. Senate dismissed the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The charges, which alleged neglect of immigration laws and breach of public trust, were rejected before the trial could begin, with a Senate vote of 51-48. This decision marks a rare occasion in history, as it is the first time in nearly 150 years that a Cabinet secretary faced impeachment charges. The Senate's action concludes the impeachment process for Secretary Mayorkas. #news #politics #democrat #republican #politicalnews
