Mullin's DHS Confirmation Hearing: Quick Developments Expected

0:00On March 10th, President Donald Trump has tapped Senator Mark Wayne Mullen from Oklahoma to leave the Department of Homeland Security. The first confirmation hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18th. Earlier this week, Senate Homeland Security Chair Rand Paul from Kentucky said they're aiming to hold it a week from Monday, assuming paperwork. Arrives on time. Trump wants Mullen confirmed by month's end, and Republican leaders are pushing to make that happen fast. Christie Nome was just removed from the Secretary role last Thursday. Paul hasn't promised his vote yet, even though Mullen has strong backing for most Republicans. They can move the nomination forward, without Democrats, but Pennsylvania Democrat John Federman has voiced support for Mullen. Tensions exist between the two senators from past disagreements over funding bills, where Mullen criticized Paul's votes harshly. With GOP momentum building, watch for quick developments as the hearing approaches and votes line up.