Summary
President Donald Trump's nominee for the Department of Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, discussed his plans for a gentler approach to managing FEMA during his Senate confirmation hearing. Mullin aims to reverse some of the previous policies set by Kristi Noem, the outgoing DHS secretary.
Key Facts
- Markwayne Mullin is nominated to lead the Department of Homeland Security.
- He spoke at a Senate confirmation hearing about FEMA's management.
- Mullin plans to avoid dismantling FEMA and wants to change some existing policies.
- His approach is seen as softer compared to his predecessor, Kristi Noem.
- Disaster response managers are hopeful about a new direction under Mullin.
- It's not yet clear which specific changes Mullin will implement if confirmed.
- Mullin is known to be supportive of President Trump's administration.
