House Committee Hearing: Examining Border Security and Secretary Mayorkas' Policies
January 1, 2023
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The Frame
This hearing serves as the formal oversight record for the House Committee on Homeland Security's investigation into the administration's border management policies and their alleged impact on national safety and public health.
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security
The agency's policies and the leadership of Secretary Mayorkas are the primary subjects of the committee's oversight and investigation.
Border communities
These communities are identified as being impacted by the volume of border crossings and associated criminal activity.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on February 28, 2023, in the Cannon House Office Building.
- The committee examined the impact of border policies implemented by Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
- Chairman Green stated that 89 border security policies were eliminated or shut down by the administration in 2021.
- The committee received testimony from four witnesses: Rebecca Kiessling, Sheriff Mark Lamb, Dr. Robert J. Trenschel, and David J. Bier.
- Chairman Green cited that fentanyl is the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45.
- The committee entered several documents into the record, including statements from Human Rights First, First Focus Campaign for Children, and CHIRLA.
Why It Matters
This hearing serves as the formal oversight record for the House Committee on Homeland Security's investigation into the administration's border management policies and their alleged impact on national safety and public health.
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Border Policy Oversight
The committee is focusing on the reversal of 89 specific border security policies from 2021 as the primary driver of current border conditions.
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