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FETTERMAN TO THE RESCUE: Mullin Clears Committee for DHS Nomination Despite Paul's No

Mullin’s nomination advanced out of committee after Fetterman joined Republicans in supporting it.

FETTERMAN TO THE RESCUE: Mullin Clears Committee for DHS Nomination Despite Paul's No
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This article1 analysis · Oct 8, 2026
Mar 19, 2026
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John Fetterman joined Republicans on the Senate Homeland Security Committee to advance Markwayne Mullin’s nomination, overcoming committee chair Rand Paul’s opposition. The 8-7 vote moved Mullin closer to a full Senate vote.

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Markwayne Mullin
Secretary of Homeland Security

Senator nominated to be Secretary of Homeland Security

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John Fetterman
D · PA · SEN

Senator whose committee vote helped advance Mullin’s nomination

Fetterman's version of this story ↗
Rand Paul
R · KY · SEN

Senator and committee chair who voted against Mullin’s nomination

Paul's version of this story ↗
Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who nominated Mullin

John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate majority leader who discussed the timing of a floor vote

Gary C. Peters
D · MI · SEN

Senator and committee Democrat who opposed Mullin’s nomination

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Senate Committee Advances Markwayne Mullin’s DHS Secretary Nomination

A Senate committee advanced Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to lead the Department of Homeland Security by an 8-7 vote, sending it to the full Senate. John Fetterman supported the nomination, while Rand Paul opposed it. Center outlets emphasize the committee vote and next procedural step, alongside questions raised at the hearing about Mullin’s qualifications and record. Right-leaning outlets emphasize Fetterman’s support as pivotal to advancing the nomination despite Paul’s opposition.

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