March 19, 2026
Senate committee approves Trump's DHS nominee; Fetterman's support overcomes Rand Paul's opposition
Sen. Markwayne Mullin, President Trump's pick to lead the Department of Homeland Security, cleared his first hurdle Thursday by winning approval in a Senate committee, overcoming the opposition of fellow Republican Sen. Rand Paul.
TL;DR
- Senator Markwayne Mullin, President Trump's nominee for DHS, cleared a Senate committee.
- Senator Rand Paul opposed Mullin's nomination.
- Senator Fetterman's support helped overcome Rand Paul's opposition.
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