Mullin Appointed as Homeland Security Secretary

0:00On March 5, President Donald Trump announced Senator Mark Wayne Mullin from Oklahoma as the next Secretary of Homeland Security. Mullin will take over from current secretary Christy Noem on March 31, 2026. Trump preys Mullin as a strong leader ready to push border security and public safety goals. Mullin brings experience from three years in the Senate and ten years in the House. A former professional mixed martial arts fighter, he stands out as the only native American serving in the Senate today. Trump highlighted his advocacy for tribal communities and ability to connect with people. Meanwhile, Christy Noem shifts to a special envoy position leading the shield of the Americas. This new effort focuses on regional security across the Western Hemisphere. Officials plan to unveil more details this Saturday in Doral, Florida. Mullin's main priorities include tightening border controls, cracking down on migrant crime, and fighting illegal drug flows. Trump emphasized these steps to make the country safer overall.

1:02This cabinet switch underscores the administration's ongoing commitment to tough security measures ahead.