8legs: Senate homeland security committee hearing

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Senate committee to consider Mullin’s nomination to lead DHS amid a partial shutdown.
Democrats demand new immigration guardrails before funding for DHS.
Trump nominated Mullin after Kristi Noem was ousted over immigration tactics.
Shutdown prompted furloughs or unpaid work for DHS workers.
Hearing scheduled before the full Senate after committee vote.
Republicans confident of quick confirmation due to Senate control.
Mullin pledged to work with agencies and protect those who keep the country safe.
Democrats signaled policy change is necessary before open funding.
Background: Mullin elected to the Senate in 2022 after five terms in House.
Immigration and border enforcement agencies influenced by DHS funding decisions.

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Sen. Rand Paul pressed DHS nominee Markwayne Mullin over comments about violence in a tense hearing.
Paul tied Mullin’s remarks to his own past injury, challenging whether the nominee supported violence against opponents.
Mullin said he addressed the matter in conversation and urged setting it aside to focus on duties.
Paul demanded Mullin clarify whether he supported the violence toward a political rival as DHS head.
Mullin insisted he understands the neighbor’s actions but maintained his focus on performing his duties.
The hearing underscored partisan contention around leadership of DHS amid ongoing security debates.
Mullin asserted he has a job to do and could set aside personal remarks as the nomination moves forward.
The exchange involved the Senate Homeland Security Committee and highlighted the nomination process for DHS leadership.
Remarks referenced a dispute over funding for refugee welfare programs as a point of contention.
The reporting emphasizes real-time debate over security leadership amid questions of accountability.

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Sen. Rand Paul sharply grilled Mullin over past remarks about violence and why Mullin might understand assault.
Mullin said he does not condone violence but suggested some disagreements can lead to it.
The hearing moved forward after Paul pressed Mullin on a past caning and dueling discussion.
Paul signaled he would vote no on Mullin’s nomination after the hearing.
Chairman Mullin faced questions about a 2016 trip that remains classified.
The hearing underscored ongoing tensions between Mullin and Paul amid GOP dynamics.
Paul accused Mullin of lacking contrition for past remarks about violence.
A video clip showed Mullin nearly starting a fist fight with the Teamsters president during a 2023 hearing.
Mullin acknowledged the incident but defended his stance on violence in disputes.
The committee expects a vote on Mullin’s nomination after private discussions.

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