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Senate Questions Mullin on DHS Funding, Temperament, Finances

PUBLISHED Mar 18, 2026, 8:14 AM ET

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Washington — Markwayne Mullin, President Donald Trump's nominee for Homeland Security secretary, appeared before Senate Homeland Security Committee Wednesday for confirmation hearing. Senators questioned his plans for enforcing immigration and his temperament after comments about Sen. Rand Paul’s 2017 assault. Mullin urged bipartisan funding for DHS after a Feb. 13 lapse and promised to depoliticize the department. Reporting noted scrutiny of his finances, including a 2017 land purchase and a sale to the Cherokee Nation and a reported $9 million in 2024 income. He would replace Kristi Noem and oversee 260,000 employees. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Najma A. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2017: Mullin’s company purchased land near Stilwell, Oklahoma (Aol reported).
2013–2024: Mullin served 13 years in Congress, accumulating significant reported earnings.
Feb. 13 (reported): DHS funding lapsed, causing operational delays and prompting scrutiny.
Feb. 14 (reported): Mullin made comments referenced by Sen. Rand Paul regarding a 2017 assault.
Confirmation hearing day: Mullin appeared before the Senate committee; senators questioned his plans, temperament, and finances.

News Intelligence

If confirmed, Mullin would oversee Homeland Security, affecting immigration policies and national safety. His call for bipartisan funding could impact DHS's efficiency. Watch for updates on his confirmation and potential policy changes.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 11
Right Leaning:: 1
Left Leaning:: 1
Neutral:: 9
Distribution:: Left 9%, Center 82%, Right 9%

Who Benefited

Administration officials and immigration enforcement proponents gained a platform to advocate for expanded deportation policies and to push for department funding and operational control through the confirmation process.

Who Impacted

Immigrant communities, undocumented individuals, and advocates for more restrained enforcement faced heightened scrutiny and potential disruption from resumed or expanded deportation efforts and funding lapses.