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Mullin's DHS Nomination Advances Despite Paul Opposition

March 19, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Seattle Times
Mullin's DHS Nomination Advances Despite Paul Opposition
Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination to lead DHS clears the Senate Homeland Security Committee on an 8-7 vote, heading to the full Senate next week after President Trump fired Kristi Noem. Despite Chair Rand Paul voting no over past insults and Mullin's vague "classified trips" from 2015-2016, GOP colleagues rally behind the Oklahoma fighter, praising his loyalty. Democrat John Fetterman breaks ranks to support advancement, proving not all leftists toe the party line. Read more about this...

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