We Can Prevent DHS Shutdown if GOP Follows Our Demands
Rep. Garamendi Discusses DHS and TSA Funding Issues During Wednesday’s broadcast of CNN News Central, Rep. John Garamendi (D-Calif.) commented on the potential resolution of the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, suggesting that the TSA could receive funding if the Republicans and the president were to acquiesce to Democratic demands. Co-host John Berman inquired about […]
Pence describes Democrats obstructing DHS funding during Iran attacks as unacceptable
Former Vice President Mike Pence recently expressed his inability to justify Congressional Democrats’ decision to withhold funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) during a time when the U.S. military is engaged in conflict with Iran and facing domestic terrorist incidents. Pence highlighted, “It’s unconscionable that Democrats in Washington continue to deny funding to […]
Mullin’s DHS Nomination Moves Forward 8-7 with Opposition from Rand Paul and Support from Fetterman
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee narrowly approved the nomination of Senator Markwayne Mullin for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security on March 19, with a vote of 8-7. During the committee vote, the chair, Sen. Rand Paul (R-Kentucky), broke ranks with his party to oppose the nomination, while Sen. John Fetterman […]
Single Democrat supports Trump’s DHS nominee
Trump’s DHS Nomination Advances with Democratic Support President Donald Trump’s nominee for the Department of Homeland Security moved forward in committee on Thursday, aided by a surprising vote from a Democratic senator. Senator Markwayne Mullin from Oklahoma saw his nomination cleared by the Senate Homeland Security Committee after Senator John Fetterman from Pennsylvania crossed party […]
Trump’s nominee for DHS moves closer to confirmation as department remains shut down for over a month.
Senator Markwayne Mullin Nominated for Secretary of Homeland Security On Thursday morning, Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin from Oklahoma was nominated to be the next Secretary of Homeland Security during a challenging period for the agency. The Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee approved this nomination with a narrow 8-7 vote, where Senator Rand Paul from […]
Mullin moves forward in the committee vote for DHS secretary confirmation
Senate Democrats Narrowly Advance Mullin’s Confirmation Senate Democrats played a crucial role in advancing Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) toward his next round of confirmation following a contentious hearing. Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), who chairs the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, firmly stated he would not back Mullin, deeming him “unfit” for the position. […]
Trump’s new DHS choice runs into significant obstacle from one Republican
Trump’s DHS Nominee Faces Early Challenges The nomination of Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma as the next head of the Department of Homeland Security has hit some bumps. He is set to replace current DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. While many of Mullin’s fellow senators have shown support, not everyone is on board. Republican Sen. […]
GOP plans hearing on DHS shutdown amid growing security worries
House Republicans are sounding the alarm about the implications of a continued shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), as the funding issues seem to have no resolution in sight. A hearing is scheduled for next Wednesday by the House Homeland Security Committee to discuss the security risks and financial difficulties that many DHS […]
Senator John Kennedy: The Democrats’ closure of DHS benefits America’s adversaries
My colleagues in the Democratic Party have consistently opposed President Trump’s policies, which is their prerogative. However, their choice to block funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) feels like more than just political strategy—it’s genuinely perilous. In the month following the Democrats’ funding denial to DHS, the United States has dealt with at […]
Mullin confronts intense DHS hearing as Rand Paul conflict and Democratic doubt complicate the way forward
Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s confirmation hearing for the Department of Homeland Security was filled with tension and sharp exchanges, particularly between him and Senate Homeland Security Chairman Rand Paul. It’s clear there’s a rush to confirm him, especially with a deadline set by President Trump for March 31. This hearing was crucial, especially given the ongoing […]