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The opposition faction in the Dutch House of Representatives is demanding an explanation from Justice Minister Dilan Yesilgöz-Zegerius about the resignation of State Secretary Ankie Broekers-Knol (Asylum and Migration).

Broekers-Knol stepped down on Friday following a critical report by the Inspectorate of Justice and Security. The report found that Broekers-Knol had misled parliament about the use of a private e-mail address for government business.

The opposition faction believes that the report's findings are serious and that Broekers-Knol should have been dismissed by Prime Minister Mark Rutte. The faction has submitted a motion of no confidence in the Minister of Justice.

In a statement, Rutte said that he had accepted Broekers-Knol's resignation and that he regretted her departure. He said that he would work with the House of Representatives to find a suitable replacement.

The departure of Broekers-Knol is the latest in a series of setbacks for the Dutch government. In recent months, the government has been criticized for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, its asylum policy, and its handling of the economy.

The opposition faction has accused the government of being in chaos. The faction has called for Rutte to resign and for new elections to be held.