Senate Republicans Clash Over Mayorkas Impeachment Trial Strategy

A group of Senate conservatives demand a full impeachment trial for DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, opposing efforts to table the proceedings.

House Republicans impeached DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas last week, marking the first Cabinet secretary impeachment in nearly 150 years.
Senate conservatives, led by Senators Mike Lee and Ted Cruz, urge a comprehensive trial, challenging plans to dismiss the effort in the Democratic-controlled Senate.
Vice President Kamala Harris is asked to preside over the trial, highlighting her role as 'border czar' amid ongoing immigration concerns.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to start the trial after senators return on Feb. 26, but the method of proceeding remains uncertain.
The impeachment charges against Mayorkas include failing to enforce federal immigration laws and lying to Congress about border security.