Minneapolis ICE shooting: Illinois US Rep. Robin Kelly introduces articles of impeachment to remove DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
Rep. Robin Kelly of Illinois says she has introduced three articles of impeachment to remove Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem from office and that she has support from almost 70 Democrats so far.
A growing number of Democrats are calling for Noem's impeachment in the wake of the killing of a Minnesota woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer , though the effort stands little chance in a Republican-controlled House and Senate.
Kelly said in a press conference Wednesday announcing her resolution that "real people are being hurt and killed" from ICE enforcement actions. She was joined by 10 other Democrats at the event who voiced frustration and anger with the Trump administration's deportation efforts - many focused on their districts.
"If we do nothing, nothing will happen," Kelly said.
It's unclear when Kelly may seek to force a vote on her resolution.
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Rep. Angie Craig, who represents a swing district in Minnesota, said ICE actions "have crossed a line."
"Minnesotans, we want safe and secure borders. We want violent criminals to not be in our country. But this is not what we signed up for."
Voto Latino leaders announced their full support for the three articles of impeachment introduced by Rep. Kelly to remove DHS Secretary Noem.
"The impeachment articles brought forward by Representative Kelly today have been a long time coming," Voto Latino leaders said in a statement. "Since taking office Secretary Kristi Noem has operated without restraint or accountability. Secretary Kristi Noem has used her cabinet position to benefit herself at the expense of the American people - regardless of immigration status."
Along with their support, Voto Latino leaders are launching a digital campaign in Republican led districts, aimed at pressuring members of Congress to support the impeachment efforts. The digital campaign urges constituents in the districts to contact their representative and demand support for the impeachment efforts.
