One ‘freaking snake’ and no apologies: How the Mullin hearing went off the rails - AP News
Senator Markwayne Mullin defended his character and history during a fiery hearing for his nomination to lead Homeland Security.

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Sen. Rand Paul and DHS nominee Sen. Markwayne Mullin engaged in a heated confirmation hearing clash over personal animosity and Mullin's temperament, signaling a difficult path to confirmation for the Trump appointee.
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