Summary
House Democrats are discussing the possibility of impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, but they're taking a slow approach to ensure a thorough investigation. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says they aim for a successful vote, while currently coordinating with Rep. Robin Kelly, who leads the impeachment effort. A committee led by Jamie Raskin will investigate before any vote happens.
Key Facts
- Support for impeaching Kristi Noem has grown among House Democrats.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries wants to ensure a thorough investigation before any impeachment vote.
- 179 House Democrats have co-sponsored the impeachment articles against Noem.
- Jeffries is coordinating the process with Rep. Robin Kelly.
- The investigation will be led by Jamie Raskin, a House Judiciary Committee member.
- Any impeachment vote will need support from some Republicans in the House.
- Jeffries has not directly discussed impeachment with Republicans other than Speaker Mike Johnson.
- Even if the House votes to impeach, the Senate needs a two-thirds majority to remove Noem.
