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February 2, 2021confirmationlaw enforcementimmigrationconfirmationcabinet

Senate confirms Alejandro Mayorkas as Homeland Security Secretary

The Senate confirms Alejandro Mayorkas as Secretary of Homeland Security by a vote of 56-43, making him the first immigrant and first Latino to hold the position. Mayorkas, who previously served as Deputy DHS Secretary under Obama, faces challenges including border security, immigration reform, and cybersecurity. His confirmation is delayed by Republican opposition over immigration policies.