On Feb 14, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives impeached Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas with a narrow vote of 214-213.

This impeachment is the first for a Cabinet secretary in nearly 150 years and is largely viewed as a symbolic political act.

House Republicans justify the impeachment by citing increased illegal border crossings and subsequent strains on local services.

Democrats and legal experts argue the impeachment is based on a policy disagreement rather than a legitimate impeachable offense.

With the Senate under Democratic control, Mayorkas' actual removal from office appears unlikely as he prepares for the Senate trial.

The incident reflects a potential shift in Congressional dynamics, with censure becoming an increasingly utilized tool.