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News Wrap: Mullin sworn in as Homeland Security secretary

News Wrap: Mullin sworn in as Homeland Security secretary

Summary

Markwayne Mullin was sworn in as the new leader of the Department of Homeland Security. Republican Senators are working on a plan to end the Department's shutdown. President Trump cast a mail-in vote in Florida, while also criticizing mail-in voting. Hawaii is evaluating damage from major flooding.

Key Facts

  • Markwayne Mullin became the head of the Department of Homeland Security.
  • Republican Senators believe they have a plan to stop the Department's shutdown.
  • President Trump cast a mail-in ballot in Florida.
  • President Trump publicly criticized mail-in voting, calling it "mail-in cheating."
  • Hawaii is dealing with significant flooding, the worst in many years.
  • The state is currently assessing the extent of the flood damage.

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