Summary
The Senate committee moved Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination to be homeland security secretary forward with an 8-7 vote. The nomination now goes to the full Senate for a final decision.
Key Facts
- Sen. Markwayne Mullin is nominated for the position of homeland security secretary by President Donald Trump.
- The Senate committee's vote was 8-7, allowing the nomination to advance.
- The committee meeting was narrow and included disagreements among members.
- Republican Sen. Rand Paul voted "no," while Democratic Sen. John Fetterman voted "yes."
- The full Senate will soon decide on Mullin's confirmation.
- There is an ongoing 34-day funding lapse affecting the Department of Homeland Security.
- The parties are in conflict over the Department of Homeland Security's policies.
