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Senate committee approves Trump's DHS nominee; Fetterman's support overcomes Rand Paul's opposition

Mar 19, 2026Center Right

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.

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President Donald Trump's pick to head the Department of Homeland Security advanced through committee Thursday thanks to one Democrat senator. Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination advanced through the Senate Homeland Security Committee after Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania crossed party lines and voted in favor of the…

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