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Trump Appoints Markwayne Mullin as New Head of Homeland Security

Trump announced that Mullin will succeed Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary.

Trump Appoints Markwayne Mullin as New Head of Homeland Security
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This article1 analysis · Oct 9, 2026
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Donald Trump announced that Senator Markwayne Mullin will replace Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary, taking office on March 31, 2026. Trump said Noem would become a special envoy and described border security as a priority for Mullin.

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Markwayne Mullin
Secretary of Homeland Security

Senator named as the incoming Secretary of Homeland Security

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who announced Mullin’s appointment and Noem’s transition

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Kristi Noem
Former U.S. Representative (R-SD)

Outgoing homeland security secretary named as Mullin’s predecessor and future special envoy

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Trump Selects Markwayne Mullin to Lead Homeland Security

President Donald Trump selected Senator Markwayne Mullin to replace Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary, with Senate confirmation required. Left-leaning outlets center Mullin’s confrontational public record and criticism of the nomination. Center outlets pair the announcement and officials’ reactions with scrutiny of his record and stock trading. Right-leaning outlets emphasize support for the pick, confirmation prospects and border security as a stated priority.

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