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Sen. Markwayne Mullin faces a confirmation hearing on DHS leadership as Democrats demand immigration reform commitments.
Democrats emphasized reforms beyond personnel changes as a condition for support.
Senate Republicans said Mullin has strong relationships across the aisle as momentum builds for his nominee.
Sen. John Fetterman expressed early support for Mullin and discussed reforms ahead of the hearing.
The hearing marks the first step in Mullin’s potential DHS leadership amid ongoing shutdown talks.
Democrats called for commitments to far-reaching reform if Mullin leads DHS.
Republicans highlighted Mullin’s background and potential leadership qualities.
Fetterman signaled support but noted ongoing discussions about DHS reforms.
The DHS confirmation process occurs amid shutdown debates and funding discussions.

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Mullin's confirmation hearing for the DHS secretary role began in the Senate Homeland Security Committee.
Senate intelligence officials were set to testify on worldwide threats, including DNI and CIA leadership.
Illinois Democrats projected Stratton to win the Democratic Senate primary, shaping the fall race.
Gabbard and other intelligence officials were set to testify on worldwide threats the same day.
Mullin, a Republican from Oklahoma, was nominated to lead DHS after Kristi Noem's departure.
The hearing featured discussion on DHS reform funding and related bills.
Peters criticized GOP opposition to funding parts of DHS during the hearing.
China signaled it would maintain communication with the U.S. on Trump's planned trip.
The White House delayed the Trump trip to focus on the war with Iran, per the report.
The article notes ongoing debates over DHS reform and funding in Congress.

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