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Democrats warm to impeaching Kristi Noem after Minneapolis, Portland shootings

Democrats warm to impeaching Kristi Noem after Minneapolis, Portland shootings

Summary

Some Democrats are considering impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after shootings in Minneapolis and Portland. A few Democratic members of Congress argue for impeachment, while others believe investigations should happen first. With Republicans controlling Congress, it's unlikely any impeachment efforts will succeed.

Key Facts

  • Democrats are discussing impeachment for Kristi Noem, Homeland Security Secretary.
  • The discussion intensified after recent shootings in Minneapolis and Portland.
  • Some Democrats, like Rep. Robin Kelly, plan to introduce articles of impeachment against Noem.
  • Allegations against Noem include obstruction of justice and violation of public trust.
  • Not everyone in the Democratic Party agrees with pursuing impeachment without investigations.
  • Republicans control Congress, making impeachment unlikely to progress.
  • Democrats believe there is public outrage over the recent events involving Noem.
  • Some Democrats continue to urge for oversight and hearings before deciding on impeachment.

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