Overview

• At a Mexico City conference, Rep. Delia Ramirez said, “I’m a Guatemalan with much pride before I’m an American,” drawing swift criticism from Republicans.
• GOP Rep. Andy Ogles and conservative commentators have called for Ramirez’s removal from the House Homeland Security Committee and the stripping of her citizenship.
• The Department of Homeland Security’s X account condemned “hyphenated Americanism,” quoting Theodore Roosevelt on the necessity of undivided national allegiance.
• Ramirez defended her remarks on X, arguing that celebrating her Guatemalan heritage strengthens her commitment to the United States and highlighting double standards in heritage celebrations.
• As of August 5, no disciplinary measures have been taken and Ramirez continues to serve on the Homeland Security Committee despite persistent Republican demands.