New Mexico's US representatives sign on to Kristi Noem impeachment resolution

New Mexico's US representatives sign on to Kristi Noem impeachment resolution

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Key Points:

  • New Mexico’s three Democratic U.S. representatives—Melanie Stansbury, Teresa Leger Fernández, and Gabe Vasquez—joined over 70 members of Congress in cosponsoring a resolution to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
  • The resolution, introduced by Illinois Democratic Rep. Robin Kelly, alleges obstruction of Congress, violation of public trust, and self-dealing by Noem, citing issues such as restricting congressional access to migrant detention facilities and misuse of taxpayer funds.
  • Critics accuse Noem of undermining civil liberties and directing aggressive actions by ICE agents, including shootings in U.S. cities like Minneapolis, prompting calls for her resignation or impeachment.
  • The New Mexico Republican Party defended ICE officers and Secretary Noem, accusing