In a significant development, Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) has been appointed as an Impeachment Manager, giving him an active role should the Senate proceed with an impeachment trial for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Congressman Higgins, who currently serves as the Chairman of the Border Security Subcommittee on the House Homeland Security Committee, played a crucial role in the year-long investigation that led to this decision.

The Homeland Security Committee, after thorough examination, concluded that Secretary Mayorkas knowingly and systematically violated federal immigration laws and demonstrated behavior contrary to the rule of law. Congressman Higgins, with his extensive involvement in the official impeachment proceedings within the Committee, had numerous direct interactions with Secretary Mayorkas.

The appointment of Congressman Higgins as an Impeachment Manager highlights the significance of his role in holding Secretary Mayorkas accountable for his actions. This decision comes following the publication of the impeachment resolution, which details the specific charges against Secretary Mayorkas and can be accessed for further reading.

The resolution stands as a result of the year-long investigation carried out by the Homeland Security Committee, which concluded that Secretary Mayorkas not only refused to comply with federal immigration laws but also acted against the rule of law in a systematic manner. The appointment of Congressman Higgins further underscores the seriousness of the allegations against Secretary Mayorkas.

Moving forward, the eyes of the nation will be on the Senate as they consider whether to proceed with an impeachment trial for Secretary Mayorkas. The appointment of Congressman Higgins as an Impeachment Manager adds weight to the proceedings, as he brings with him firsthand knowledge and experience from the impeachment hearings held within the Homeland Security Committee.

As the process unfolds, it remains to be seen how the Senate will handle the impeachment trial and whether Secretary Mayorkas will be held accountable for the alleged violations. The appointment of Congressman Higgins as an Impeachment Manager marks an important step towards ensuring transparency and justice in the face of these serious accusations against the DHS Secretary.