Summary
President Donald Trump has nominated Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin to replace Kristi Noem as the Secretary of Homeland Security. Noem faced criticism over her management of the department and recent controversies. Mullin will assume the role on March 31, 2026, and Noem will join a new security initiative as a special envoy.
Key Facts
- President Trump nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin to be the new Secretary of Homeland Security.
- Kristi Noem, the current Secretary, was removed following criticism over her handling of policies and controversies within the department.
- Noem's removal follows congressional hearings where she was questioned about DHS operations and incidents in Minnesota.
- She was criticized for calling victims of DHS operations "domestic terrorists," contrary to video evidence.
- Sen. Mullin will formally take over on March 31, 2026.
- Noem will transition to a role as a special envoy for a new Western Hemisphere security initiative.
- Mullin has a background in the House and Senate, as well as experience as a professional mixed-martial-arts fighter.
- President Trump praised Noem's results but noted frustrations among aides and governors regarding her management.
