Senate committee advances Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS secretary

March 19, 2026

TL;DR

The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted 8-7 to advance Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS Secretary.
The vote was secured with support from Democratic Senator John Fetterman, while Republican Chairman Rand Paul voted against it.
Mullin's confirmation hearing was marked by a heated exchange with Rand Paul over alleged personal insults and a classified work trip.
Democrats Gary Peters and others opposed the nomination, citing concerns about Mullin's transparency, experience, and temperament.
President Trump endorsed Mullin, calling him a "MAGA Warrior" who "gets along well with people."
Mullin, a former MMA fighter, has served in the Senate since 2023 and previously in the House for a decade.

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