Mullin's DHS Confirmation Hearing: Paul's Stance & Trump's Timeline

0:00On March 10, President Donald Trump has tapped Senator Mark Wayne Mullen from Oklahoma to lead the Department of Homeland Security. The first confirmation hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18. Senate Homeland Security Chair Rand Paul from Kentucky announced they're aiming to hold it a week from that date, assuming all paperwork arrives on. Time. Trump wants Mullen confirmed by month's end, and Republican leaders are pushing to make it happen fast. This comes after Christie Knome was removed from the Secretary role last Thursday. Paul hasn't pledged his vote yet, despite strong backing for most Republicans. The party can move the nomination forward without Democrats, and Pennsylvania Senator John Federman has already voiced support for Mullen. Tensions exist between the two senators, stemming from past disagreements over funding bills where Mullen criticized Paul's votes harshly. As the hearing approaches, all eyes are on whether Paul comes around, and how quickly Mullen can step into the job.