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Trump Nominates Mullin for Homeland Security Amid Controversy

3/11/2026

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has nominated Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) to replace Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security.
The nomination comes amid scrutiny of Department of Homeland Security operations, especially immigration enforcement.
Mullin supports Trump's immigration policies, including the 'Remain in Mexico' policy along with stronger border security.
Critics, including some Democrats, doubt he will implement reforms because of his ties to Trump.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration Act of 1924, also known as the Johnson-Reed Act, established strict quotas limiting immigration to the U.S. to 2% of the 1890 census population, effectively barring immigrants from Asia and reducing overall immigration by 80%. This legislation shaped U.S. immigration policy until the 1965 reforms, reflecting ongoing debates about immigration enforcement, as seen in today's nomination of Sen. Markwayne Mullin.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has nominated Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) to replace Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security.
The nomination comes amid scrutiny of Department of Homeland Security operations, especially immigration enforcement.
Mullin supports Trump's immigration policies, including the 'Remain in Mexico' policy along with stronger border security.
Critics, including some Democrats, doubt he will implement reforms because of his ties to Trump.

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