Senate Judiciary Democrats demand Secretary Noem testify regarding DHS's immigration policies and enforcement practices under the Trump administration.
Quiver AI Summary
Senate Judiciary Democrats, led by Dick Durbin, are urging Chairman Grassley to summon DHS Secretary Kristi Noem for testimony regarding the Department's conduct, particularly concerning immigration enforcement practices. The Senators express concerns over actions such as unnecessary force used by ICE agents and the separation of families during raids.
In a letter, they highlight the urgency of oversight, stating that Noem’s leadership has diverted essential resources to arrest immigrants without criminal records. The Senators emphasize that regular testimony from the DHS Secretary has been a standard practice since the department's inception.
They outline various alarming activities under the Trump Administration's anti-immigrant agenda, criticizing a lack of accountability and transparency in executive actions. The letter concludes with a strong call for immediate oversight to uphold constitutional principles and protect noncitizens from inappropriate enforcement tactics.
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