New London, Conn./WTIC Radio - U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas delivered the address during commencement exercises today at the United States Coast Guard Acedemy in New London.
In his message to the nearly 250 graduates in the class of 2023, Mayorkas said "what you do and how you do it has been a reflection of your character."
Mayorkas added "as commissioned officers, your actions will also reflect on the institution you lead."
This year, 43% of the graduates are women, the highest number ever.
Mayorkas has come under fire for migrants looking to enter the U.S. from the southern border and some far right Republicans have pressured House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to begin impeachment proceedings.