January 1, Trump’s DHS Shuffle Sparks Senate Showdown Over National Security

Wyatt’s Take

• The Senate confirmed Markwayne Mullin as the new Secretary of Homeland Security by a 54 to 45 vote.
• Kristi Noem is moving to a new envoy role as the administration reshuffles its border leadership.
• Two Democrats, John Fetterman and Martin Heinrich, crossed the aisle to support the nomination.

The transition is set to take place on March 31 as the White House continues its border security overhaul.

President Donald Trump had previously announced that Kristi Noem would serve as special envoy for the Shield of the Americas.

"Trump thanked Noem for her dedicated service."

In the final vote, Senator Rand Paul joined Democrats in opposition, while two Democratic senators broke ranks to support the nominee.

Mullin will now become the ninth person to lead the department tasked with securing our borders.

Wyatt Matters

Working families want leaders who put border security and national sovereignty first. This move keeps the administration focused on enforcing the law and protecting the country.

Markwayne Mullin Confirmed As The Next DHS Secretary