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Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin refuses to commit to following court orders

Mullin refused to commit to obeying all future court orders during a Senate hearing, saying courts are politicized.
Mullin stated the department would not break the law, but avoided a blanket pledge to follow every court order.
The hearing occurred as DHS funding and immigration enforcement were under review ahead of the World Cup.
Mullin acknowledged past remarks by Kristi Noem about Minneapolis shootings were inaccurate.
The hearing touched on training and potential staffing changes for border and immigration officers.
Mullin warned of potential actions in Newark if needed to manage security around detention facilities.
Mullin reaffirmed DHS’s intent to restore training days for new recruits next month.
The exchange occurred as lawmakers debated immigration enforcement funding through the end of Trump’s term.
House testing and security concerns were linked to events like the World Cup and related travel.
The testimony also addressed broader concerns about ICE and CBP operations and the use of force.

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