Mullin cleared for full Senate vote to lead DHS after tense committee hearing
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The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee narrowly advanced Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to head the Department of Homeland Security in an 8-7 vote, with Rand Paul as the sole Republican opposing. Mullin faced questions about his temperament, immigration policies, and a reportedly classified trip abroad during his time in the House. The nomination now moves to the full Senate for a majority vote.
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