Markwayne Mullin was 'huge problem' on Intel panel with constant push to go 'tactical'
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- Democrats are opposing Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination as Homeland Security Secretary, criticizing his preference for hands-on, tactical involvement over traditional legislative work, which reportedly frustrated ambassadors and intelligence officials.
- Mullin, a former mixed martial arts fighter, undertook a 2021 trip to Afghanistan to assist Americans stranded after the U.S. troop withdrawal, highlighting his active approach to security matters.
- During his Senate confirmation hearing, Mullin faced criticism from Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul over alleged "anger issues" and was questioned about a classified 2016 overseas trip, which Mullin declined to fully disclose.
- Despite controversy, Mullin narrowly passed the committee vote 8-7 and is scheduled for a full Senate vote next
