8legs: Senate homeland security and governmental affairs committee confirmation hearing

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'Tell me to my face': Top moments in Mullin's heated confirmation hearing to be Trump's next DHS chief

Sen. Rand Paul led an explosive confirmation hearing as Mullin seeks DHS secretary role amid a shutdown.
Mullin acknowledged a past comment and said he wouldn’t repeat the misstep as secretary.
Sen. Peters pressed Mullin on whether his earlier statements about an ICE shooting reflected candor and transparency.
Sen. John Fetterman criticized DHS funding delays and defended keeping the agency funded.
The hearing included discussion of a classified trip Mullin took in 2015–2016 and who knew.
Paul warned Mullin he could cancel the vote if concerns remained about his candor and record.
Mullin argued he would not disclose sensitive details he did not control, citing confidentiality.
The DHS leadership nomination faces potential delays as Senators weigh bipartisan support.
Peters noted ongoing questions about Mullin’s disclosure of a past trip and its details.
Coverage framed the hearing as a high-stakes moment for Mullin’s bid to lead DHS.

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