How outlets cover Donald Trump R · PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES · Mar 5 – Mar 8, 2026
Trump Names Markwayne Mullin to Replace Kristi Noem at DHS
Trump announced Markwayne Mullin as his nominee to replace Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary, with Noem taking a special envoy role. Coverage diverges on accountability, the leadership change, and border-security policy.
Lead article · NBC News · CENTERHow Kristi Noem's fate was sealed: From the Politics DeskTrump announced he would nominate Sen. Markwayne Mullin to replace Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary and said Noem would take a special envoy role.
Left-leaning outlets foreground controversies during Noem’s tenure and criticism of Mullin, with one arguing her reassignment is not enough for accountability. Center outlets connect Noem’s departure to hearing criticism, examine Mullin’s background, or describe an effort to reduce controversy at DHS. Right-leaning outlets focus on Mullin’s selection and Noem’s new role, while also citing the administration’s border-security rationale and reported tensions over her testimony.
Outlets by lean
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Left-leaning outlets emphasize controversies during Noem’s tenure and criticism of Mullin, with one arguing her reassignment does not ensure accountability.
How it looks for Trump, by side
9 OF 10 ARTICLESLeft: 0 good, 0 bad, 2 mixed, 0 informational. Center: 0 good, 0 bad, 3 mixed, 1 informational. Right: 0 good, 0 bad, 3 mixed, 0 informational.
1 UNRATED ARTICLE NOT SHOWN
When each side covered it
MAR 5 – 8Articles per day by side. MAR 5: Left 1, Center 3, Right 3. MAR 6: Left 0, Center 1, Right 0. MAR 7: Left 0, Center 0, Right 0. MAR 8: Left 1, Center 0, Right 0.
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