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Mullin Inches Closer to Role of DHS Boss After Senate Advances Nomination

If Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) is approved, he will take over the position left by Secretary Kristi Noem.
Mullin Inches Closer to Role of DHS Boss After Senate Advances Nomination
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) testifies during his confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Homeland Security on Capitol Hill in Washington on March 18, 2026.Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times
Jacki Thrapp
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Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) is one step closer to being the next head of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

The Senate advanced the 48-year-old’s nomination on Sunday in a 54–37 vote to limit debate on ​the appointment.

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