Mullin wins backing from China, Cuba hawks — and some Democrats — as critics question fitness to lead DHS
What's the endgame here?
Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., is drawing support from some of Congress’ most vocal China and Cuba hawks — and even some Democrats — to lead the Department of Homeland Security, though critics say the combative lawmaker lacks the experience and temperament for the post.
The nomination comes as the Department of Homeland Security sits at the center of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown and broader homeland security agenda, placing whoever leads the agency in charge of border enforcement, FEMA disaster response and counterterrorism operations at a time of mounting geopolitical pressure.
Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., who sits on the Homeland Security Committee and will question Mullin at Wednesday’s confirmation hearing, said his fellow Oklahoman is the "right man at the right time" to lead the agency.
"With the most secure border, now is the time to build on that progress and continue protecting our homeland," Lankford said.
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"Unfortunately, in Oklahoma, we understand a thing or two about natural disasters, and FEMA is ready for reform," Lankford added, expressing optimism Mullin will bring reform to the key DHS sub-agency. "Markwayne Mullin will be a strong leader in turning FEMA around."
Supporters point to Mullin’s hardline views on China and warnings about potential upheaval in Cuba as reasons he is well-suited to lead DHS at a volatile geopolitical moment. Critics, however, argue the combative senator lacks the judgment and experience needed for the role.
Rep. Carlos Gimenez, R-Fla., the only Cuban-born member of Congress and one of Washington’s most vocal Cuba hawks, gave Mullin a ringing endorsement.
"I served with Sen. Markwayne Mullin in the US House. Department of Homeland Security employees are currently working without pay due to the Democrats’ deranged partisan shutdown. I trust Markwayne will lead the Department with integrity & implement a much-needed course-correction to protect our citizens," Gimenez told Fox News Digital.
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Gimenez said Mullin is rightly prepared to lead DHS amid a likely "dramatic transition in Cuba, my native homeland which has been under a brutal communist tyranny for over 67 years."
President Donald Trump has also suggested the island’s regime could collapse soon, telling CNN it may happen "pretty soon."
At least one Democratic senator on the Homeland Security Committee, John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, …
What's the endgame here?
Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., is drawing support from some of Congress’ most vocal China and Cuba hawks — and even some Democrats — to lead the Department of Homeland Security, though critics say the combative lawmaker lacks the experience and temperament for the post.
The nomination comes as the Department of Homeland Security sits at the center of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown and broader homeland security agenda, placing whoever leads the agency in charge of border enforcement, FEMA disaster response and counterterrorism operations at a time of mounting geopolitical pressure.
Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., who sits on the Homeland Security Committee and will question Mullin at Wednesday’s confirmation hearing, said his fellow Oklahoman is the "right man at the right time" to lead the agency.
"With the most secure border, now is the time to build on that progress and continue protecting our homeland," Lankford said.
DEM SEN. PETER WELCH PRAISES TRUMP'S 'RESPECTED' PICK TO REPLACE NOEM AT DHS, SAYS 'HE'LL BE CONFIRMED'
"Unfortunately, in Oklahoma, we understand a thing or two about natural disasters, and FEMA is ready for reform," Lankford added, expressing optimism Mullin will bring reform to the key DHS sub-agency. "Markwayne Mullin will be a strong leader in turning FEMA around."
Supporters point to Mullin’s hardline views on China and warnings about potential upheaval in Cuba as reasons he is well-suited to lead DHS at a volatile geopolitical moment. Critics, however, argue the combative senator lacks the judgment and experience needed for the role.
Rep. Carlos Gimenez, R-Fla., the only Cuban-born member of Congress and one of Washington’s most vocal Cuba hawks, gave Mullin a ringing endorsement.
"I served with Sen. Markwayne Mullin in the US House. Department of Homeland Security employees are currently working without pay due to the Democrats’ deranged partisan shutdown. I trust Markwayne will lead the Department with integrity & implement a much-needed course-correction to protect our citizens," Gimenez told Fox News Digital.
RAND PAUL TO OVERSEE CONFIRMATION HEARING OF TRUMP'S DHS PICK WHO ONCE BLASTED HIM AS A 'SNAKE'
Gimenez said Mullin is rightly prepared to lead DHS amid a likely "dramatic transition in Cuba, my native homeland which has been under a brutal communist tyranny for over 67 years."
President Donald Trump has also suggested the island’s regime could collapse soon, telling CNN it may happen "pretty soon."
At least one Democratic senator on the Homeland Security Committee, John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, …
Mullin wins backing from China, Cuba hawks — and some Democrats — as critics question fitness to lead DHS
What's the endgame here?
Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., is drawing support from some of Congress’ most vocal China and Cuba hawks — and even some Democrats — to lead the Department of Homeland Security, though critics say the combative lawmaker lacks the experience and temperament for the post.
The nomination comes as the Department of Homeland Security sits at the center of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown and broader homeland security agenda, placing whoever leads the agency in charge of border enforcement, FEMA disaster response and counterterrorism operations at a time of mounting geopolitical pressure.
Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., who sits on the Homeland Security Committee and will question Mullin at Wednesday’s confirmation hearing, said his fellow Oklahoman is the "right man at the right time" to lead the agency.
"With the most secure border, now is the time to build on that progress and continue protecting our homeland," Lankford said.
DEM SEN. PETER WELCH PRAISES TRUMP'S 'RESPECTED' PICK TO REPLACE NOEM AT DHS, SAYS 'HE'LL BE CONFIRMED'
"Unfortunately, in Oklahoma, we understand a thing or two about natural disasters, and FEMA is ready for reform," Lankford added, expressing optimism Mullin will bring reform to the key DHS sub-agency. "Markwayne Mullin will be a strong leader in turning FEMA around."
Supporters point to Mullin’s hardline views on China and warnings about potential upheaval in Cuba as reasons he is well-suited to lead DHS at a volatile geopolitical moment. Critics, however, argue the combative senator lacks the judgment and experience needed for the role.
Rep. Carlos Gimenez, R-Fla., the only Cuban-born member of Congress and one of Washington’s most vocal Cuba hawks, gave Mullin a ringing endorsement.
"I served with Sen. Markwayne Mullin in the US House. Department of Homeland Security employees are currently working without pay due to the Democrats’ deranged partisan shutdown. I trust Markwayne will lead the Department with integrity & implement a much-needed course-correction to protect our citizens," Gimenez told Fox News Digital.
RAND PAUL TO OVERSEE CONFIRMATION HEARING OF TRUMP'S DHS PICK WHO ONCE BLASTED HIM AS A 'SNAKE'
Gimenez said Mullin is rightly prepared to lead DHS amid a likely "dramatic transition in Cuba, my native homeland which has been under a brutal communist tyranny for over 67 years."
President Donald Trump has also suggested the island’s regime could collapse soon, telling CNN it may happen "pretty soon."
At least one Democratic senator on the Homeland Security Committee, John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, …
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