Fetterman’s pivotal vote pushes Mullin to lead DHS amid immigration scrutiny

Sen. John Fetterman cast the deciding vote to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to lead the Department of Homeland Security, aligning with Republicans while Democrats pressed Mullin on immigration enforcement and DHS operations; Mullin faced questions about ICE detention plans and local impact, with Rand Paul the sole Republican opposing the move and Fetterman framing the confirmation as a path toward a more functional DHS and border control.