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Senate confirmation hearing for Markwayne Mullin to lead Homeland Security

Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Chairman Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) questions Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), during a hearing, in Washington, D.C., U.S., on March 18, 2026. Trump announced Mullin's nomination immediately following his abrupt firing of former Secretary Kristi Noem earlier this month. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13468519
Date taken: 18 March 2025
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Photographer: Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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