President Donald Trump rejected an off-ramp to the DHS shutdown and instead called on congressional Republicans to refuse any deal with Democrats unless they agree to pass the SAVE America Act.
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The Senate has voted to confirm President Trump’s pick, Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., to lead the Department of Homeland Security. NBC News’ Sahil Kapur reports on the Senate vote.
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The Senate on Monday confirmed Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) after President Trump dismissed his first Cabinet official. Mullin earned support from both sides of the aisle, with two Democrats joining Republicans to approve his nomination in a 54-45 vote. Mullin was fast-tracked through the Senate, with the...
The Senate voted to confirm Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem as DHS is shutdown leading to airport delays and lines.