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Sen. Markwayne Mullin survived a 54-37 test vote to advance toward becoming Homeland Security secretary, potentially replacing Kristi Noem as the DHS remains shut down amid a funding stalemate and calls for ICE reforms. Democrats have pressed for judicial warrants for ICE searches and other changes, and Mullin signaled openness to policy adjustments while facing continued scrutiny as his final confirmation vote is expected Monday.
During his Senate confirmation hearing, DHS secretary nominee Markwayne Mullin laid out a softer, locally led FEMA, pledged to undo some of Kristi Noem's policies, speed disaster reimbursements, and avoid micromanaging expenditures, signaling a potential shift from the turmoil of Noem's tenure; he stopped short of committing to reinstating staff or detailing specific policy changes, leaving action to future decisions.
At his DHS secretary confirmation hearing, Senator Markwayne Mullin pledged bipartisan cooperation, signaled rolling back some Trump-era immigration policies, and said immigration officers would generally need a judge’s warrant before entering private property. He apologized for past remarks about a Minneapolis shooting victim and framed leadership as steady and communicative, while Democrats pressed on temperament and policy amid Noem’s firing and ongoing immigration controversies.
Border czar Tom Homan is racing to quickly build a working relationship with Sen. Markwayne Mullin, Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Homeland Security, hoping to shape interior enforcement and stay aligned with Mullin from the start after a fractious run-in with Kristi Noem; Mullin’s appointment arrives as the White House navigates internal tensions and a possible government shutdown amid debates over enforcement policy.
The Bulwark argues that Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to lead the Department of Homeland Security signals continuity with Kristi Noem’s hard-line immigration stance; Mullin has defended aggressive ICE actions and framed protests as terrorism, suggesting his confirmation hearings will test whether the administration will moderate policy or keep the same tough approach.
Democratic Sens. Welch and Blumenthal asked Safe America Media, People Who Think, and the Strategy Group for copies of their DHS ad-contract agreements, lists of subcontractors, and any financial ties to Corey Lewandowski, as part of a probe into a $220 million no-bid DHS advertising deal linked to outgoing Secretary Kristi Noem. The contracts included about $143 million to Safe America Media and $77 million to People Who Think, with the Strategy Group as a subcontractor. The letters seek to determine whether any DHS personnel were compensated and how bidders were chosen, amid broader scrutiny of expedited contracting and Noem’s hearings; Noem has been ousted by Trump, who cited the ad campaign among reasons for the move, while Lewandowski serves as a special government employee. White House and DHS did not immediately comment.
President Trump fired Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary amid a string of controversies, with Senator Blumenthal signaling a possible perjury investigation over her testimony; separately, a lawsuit seeks to block the Kennedy Center’s two-year closure and rebuild. The live updates also note Vinay Prasad leaving the FDA over vaccine decision controversies and other related political developments in Washington.
During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced bipartisan criticism over her leadership and remarks after ICE fatally shot two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis. Republicans blasted her, with Sen. Tillis calling it a “disaster,” while Democrats pressed for independent investigations and accountability. Noem defended ICE’s focus on the “worst of the worst,” refused to retract labeling the victims as domestic terrorists, and faced questions about spending, including $200 million on Gulfstream jets, as DHS funding faced a partial shutdown.
Nine months into his tenure as acting director of CISA, Madhu Gottumukkala faced constant staff backlash, clashes with Trump-era appointees, and aggressive contracting moves—including not renewing a roughly $30 million license—along with a reportedly failed counterintelligence polygraph that DHS later labeled unsanctioned. Facing mounting scrutiny and political pressure, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem initially resisted removal, then reassigned Gottumukkala on Thursday, with Nick Anderson stepping in as interim, as lawmakers prepare for Senate testimony and demand accountability for CISA’s leadership and mission readiness.
Two officials and Coast Guard insiders say Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s first year at DHS has strained ties with the Coast Guard by shifting resources toward migrant deportations—reducing emphasis on search-and-rescue—and prompting clashes, including a May incident where adviser Corey Lewandowski berated flight crews for missing a personal item. Coast Guard aircraft have been increasingly used for deportations, fueling concerns about morale and a cultural shift away from traditional missions, even as DHS denies formal guidance changing priorities.
A federal judge blocked Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem’s seven‑day advance notice rule for congressional oversight visits to ICE detention facilities, ruling the policy violated appropriations law and is unlikely to be enforceable even when funded by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB); in a second setback this year, the court indicated Democrats are likely to prevail, preserving Congress’s ability to access detention sites amid heightened scrutiny of immigration enforcement.
Democrats threaten impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after her comments on a border incident, with Rep. Michael Guest saying the move mirrors Republicans’ 2024 impeachment of Mayorkas; the article frames the threat as a partisan tactic amid ongoing immigration-enforcement debates and DHS leadership disputes.
Democrats aren’t rushing to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, opting for a careful investigation led by Rep. Jamie Raskin before any vote; leadership stresses they want a solid case rather than a show vote, and while many Democrats back impeachment, any successful move would require GOP votes in a narrowly divided House and would still face a Senate hurdle for removal.
In the wake of a Minneapolis shooting tied to DHS operations, Republicans like John Thune refrain from backing Kristi Noem, while Thom Tillis says she should be ousted and Democrats threaten impeachment if Trump doesn’t fire her. The dispute centers on DHS leadership and immigration enforcement as lawmakers push to strip or renegotiate DHS funding from a larger six-bill package, risking a partial government shutdown. House Democrats are also planning impeachment discussions, and multiple hearings are scheduled to scrutinize DHS officials, signaling a broad Capitol fight over Noem’s leadership and immigration policy.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told CBS Mornings that the Trump administration's Minnesota immigration crackdown must be terminated after a fatal shooting by federal agents, and he said DHS Secretary Kristi Noem should be fired. He pressed Congress to block funding for the operation in the DHS package moving through the Senate, arguing the approach is wrong and must end, as Tom Homan is set to oversee the effort and a funding deadline looms.