Who is Markwayne Mullin? Trump ally will bring conservative immigration policies to DHS

Markwayne Mullin is expected to take over leadership of the Department of Homeland Security; Republicans express optimism while Democrats warn his tenure will largely continue Kristi Noem-era policies. The coverage frames the move as a politically charged personnel change rather than an immediate policy or market shock, but it could shape DHS priorities on homeland security and cybersecurity going forward.

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Markwayne Mullin is expected to take over leadership of the Department of Homeland Security; Republicans express optimism while Democrats warn his tenure will largely continue Kristi Noem-era policies. The coverage frames the move as a politically charged personnel change rather than an immediate policy or market shock, but it could shape DHS priorities on homeland security and cybersecurity going forward.