Senate Republicans suggest a deal to shut down DHS that does not include funding for ICE.

Senate decision on government shutdown legislation uncertain as Democrats stand united

Senate Republicans are working towards a funding plan for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to end the government shutdown, but they still need support from Senate Democrats. This framework, created over the weekend and finalized recently, aims to fund most agencies, with the exception of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This development comes after […]

Oklahoma Governor Stitt reveals new appointee for Markwayne Mullin’s US Senate seat

Oklahoma Governor Stitt reveals new appointee for Markwayne Mullin's US Senate seat

Mayor Kevin Stitt Selects Alan Armstrong for Senate Appointment On Tuesday, Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma announced that he has appointed Alan Armstrong to take over Markwayne Mullin’s seat in the U.S. Senate. This follows the Senate’s approval on Monday of President Donald Trump’s nomination of Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security, which […]

Senate Republicans consider a deal to restore ICE funding following the shutdown

Senate leader John Thune heads up Republican senators advocating for tax reductions across the country

Senate Republicans Plan to Resolve DHS Funding Issue After discussions with Senate Republican leaders, it appears they are crafting a strategy to finance most areas of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), while avoiding funding for certain contentious programs, such as some operations led by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This development followed a meeting […]

Trump’s new DHS nominee easily secures Senate approval, with one Republican dissenting.

Trump's new DHS nominee easily secures Senate approval, with one Republican dissenting.

Senate Confirms Markwayne Mullin as DHS Head Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin from Oklahoma has been confirmed to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) following his nomination by President Donald Trump just weeks earlier. In early March, Trump appointed Mullin to replace the current DHS Secretary, Kristi Noem, due to ongoing personal and political conflicts. […]

Senate unanimously approves measure ending airport security exemption for Congress

NRCC focuses on Democrats in 28 districts concerning DHS shutdown and TSA delays

Senate Passes Bill Ending Special Treatment for Lawmakers at Airports With the Department of Homeland Security in a prolonged shutdown, the Senate has approved a bill that mandates lawmakers to wait in the same security lines as everyone else at airports, a privilege they previously enjoyed. Senator John Cornyn from Texas championed the Congressional Elimination […]

Senate approves Sen. Markwayne Mullin to succeed Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary

Senate approves Sen. Markwayne Mullin to succeed Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary

Senate Confirms Markwayne Mullin as Homeland Security Secretary On Monday, the Senate confirmed Markwayne Mullin to take over as Secretary of Homeland Security, filling the role previously held by Kristi Noem. This followed a contentious hearing last week where Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) argued that some senators were too emotionally charged for the confirmation process. […]

Senate approves Mullin as battles over shutdown and SAVE America Act continue

Senate approves Mullin as battles over shutdown and SAVE America Act continue

Markwayne Mullin Confirmed as Secretary of Homeland Security The Senate has confirmed Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) as the new Secretary of Homeland Security. This appointment follows the departure of Kristi Noem, marking a significant change in the department’s leadership. This transition also signals the end of Mullin’s 13-year tenure in legislation, which began in the […]