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WATCH: Mullin says he wasn't expecting call from Trump on DHS, but is 'excited to get started'

WATCH: Mullin says he wasn't expecting call from Trump on DHS, but is 'excited to get started'

Summary

President Donald Trump nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin from Oklahoma as the new Secretary of Homeland Security. This decision came after Kristi Noem was removed from the position. Mullin expressed his commitment to prioritizing homeland protection.

Key Facts

  • President Donald Trump nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin for Homeland Security Secretary.
  • Kristi Noem was removed from this position two days before the announcement.
  • Trump announced Mullin's nomination on social media.
  • Kristi Noem faced tough questioning from both Republican and Democrat members before her removal.
  • Senator Mullin aims to focus on protecting the homeland in his new role.

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