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Trump Nominates Mullin for Homeland Security Amid Stock Controversy

3/12/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump nominates Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) to head Department of Homeland Security, effective March 31, 2026.
Reports indicate Mullin profited from stock investments in oil and defense before U.S. actions in Venezuela and Iran.
The stock purchases totaled between $227,000 and $780,000, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.
A Senate confirmation is expected, with a vote likely soon after the March 18 hearing.

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U.S. President Donald Trump nominates Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) to head Department of Homeland Security, effective March 31, 2026.
Reports indicate Mullin profited from stock investments in oil and defense before U.S. actions in Venezuela and Iran.
The stock purchases totaled between $227,000 and $780,000, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.
A Senate confirmation is expected, with a vote likely soon after the March 18 hearing.