Sen. Lankford Issues Statement: Opposes Mayorkas Confirmation As Head Of DHS

Oklahoma Senator James Lankford said that he is against the confirmation of Alejandro Mayorkas as the head of Homeland Security in a statement released on Tuesday.

Lankford said in part. "I opposed Mr. Mayorkas's nomination (today) because we need a strong southern border and enforcement of our immigration laws, not an open door for amnesty."

Mayorkas was confirmed in a 56-to-43 vote and is the first immigrant and the first Latino to lead the department.

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