Transcript: Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 11, 2026

Key Points:

• Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin reported coordinated federal and state response efforts following Hurricane Isaias, emphasizing strong partnerships among governors and emergency responders to aid recovery and power restoration.
• Mullin defended DHS officers involved in a recent New York City incident with a suspect named Oscar, citing the suspect's extensive criminal record and dangerous behavior, and stated that body camera footage will be released after the FBI and HSI complete their investigation.
• Mullin criticized local officials for releasing the suspect multiple times and highlighted concerns about public safety, particularly regarding the suspect endangering his five-year-old child during the incident.
• On the planned livestream of convicted murderer Nidal Hassan's execution, Mullin supported the decision, stating it does not pose an elevated homeland security risk and emphasized the administration's commitment to justice and protecting the country.
• Mullin justified the $20 million spent by Customs and Border Protection on ads promoting President Trump's accomplishments, rejecting calls for reimbursement and framing the ads as a positive counter to negative media coverage.