Live updates: Markwayne Mullin to be sworn in as DHS secretary

Markwayne Mullin is set to be sworn in as the new Secretary of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem. Senate Republicans have expressed optimism about finding a path to fund the Department of Homeland Security after meeting with President Donald Trump.
Markwayne Mullin will be sworn in as Homeland Security Secretary at the White House. He replaces Kristi Noem, who was removed from the position. Mullin was confirmed by the Senate with a vote of 54-45. Senate Republicans met with President Trump to discuss funding for the Department of Homeland Security. They expressed optimism about finding a solution. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will testify in a federal trial related to a former congressman accused of secretly lobbying for Venezuela's government.
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