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Mayorkas again refuses to call border surge a ‘crisis,’ says it would indicate ‘withdrawal from our mission'

April 1, 2023

Mayorkas again refuses to call border surge a ‘crisis,’ says it would indicate ‘withdrawal from our mission'

DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas once again refused to say the ongoing situation at the southern border is a "crisis" -- instead calling it a "significant challenge."

Border Patrol has ‘no faith’ in Mayorkas: Jonathan Fahey

April 1, 2023

Border Patrol has ‘no faith’ in Mayorkas: Jonathan Fahey

Former ICE director Jonathan Fahey reacts to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas’ ’60 Minutes’ interview and discusses the ongoing border crisis.

DHS OIG finds millions in American Rescue Plan funds misused by NGOs, given to 'gotaway' illegal immigrants

March 31, 2023

DHS OIG finds millions in American Rescue Plan funds misused by NGOs, given to 'gotaway' illegal immigrants

The DHS Office of Inspector General found that money awarded to nonprofits via FEMA was misspent and given to some illegal immigrants who had evaded Border Patrol.

Hawley pushes DHS for answers on migrant app he brands 'concierge service' for illegal immigrants

March 30, 2023

Hawley pushes DHS for answers on migrant app he brands 'concierge service' for illegal immigrants

Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., wants more answers from DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on the CBP One app -- which has draw criticism and Hawley has quizzed Mayorkas on.

Ari Fleischer: US Marshals are being handcuffed by the DOJ

March 30, 2023

Ari Fleischer: US Marshals are being handcuffed by the DOJ

Fox News contributor Ari Fleischer and JCN president Carrie Severino react to reports that U.S. Marshals were told not to arrest protesters at Supreme Court justices' homes 'unless absolutely necessary' on 'The Ingraham Angle.'

Ted Cruz grills Mayorkas at hearing on border crisis in fiery exchange

March 30, 2023

Ted Cruz grills Mayorkas at hearing on border crisis in fiery exchange

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, describes conditions as the U.S. border and blasts President Biden's DHS secretary over handling of border crisis on 'Hannity.'

Sen. Kennedy surprises Mayorkas by interrupting testimony for shoulder pat, handshake after tense exchange

March 29, 2023

Sen. Kennedy surprises Mayorkas by interrupting testimony for shoulder pat, handshake after tense exchange

Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas was on the receiving end of a shoulder pat and firm handshake on Wednesday from Sen. John Kennedy after a tough exchange on assault weapons.

Hinson quizzes Mayorkas on cartels in budget hearing

March 29, 2023

Hinson quizzes Mayorkas on cartels in budget hearing

Rep. Ashley Hinson asks DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on how often "cartel" is used in the agency's budget request.

Rep. Hinson clashes with Mayorkas over budget request

March 29, 2023

Rep. Hinson clashes with Mayorkas over budget request

Rep. Ashley Hinson quizzed DHS Chief Mayorkas on the lack of use of "cartel" in the agency's funding request -- a line of questioning Mayorkas saw as a mischaracterization.

‘Infuriated’ Sen. Mike Lee blasts Biden’s border tweet: ‘Contrary to fact’

March 29, 2023

‘Infuriated’ Sen. Mike Lee blasts Biden’s border tweet: ‘Contrary to fact’

Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, discusses a contentious hearing on the border crisis where GOP lawmakers again called for Secretary Mayorkas to resign.