Mullin's DHS nomination advances to full Senate despite opposition from Republican Rand Paul - AP News
Senator Markwayne Mullin advanced to a full Senate vote for his nomination as Homeland Security Secretary despite intra-party opposition.
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The Senate Homeland Security Committee narrowly advanced Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS Secretary in an 8-7 vote, featuring unusual cross-party voting and personal friction.
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