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Homeland Security worker and another woman are killed in a series of Atlanta-area attacks

Senate confirms Sen. Mullin as DHS secretary. And, Iran denies U.S. talks to end war

Mullin Confirmed as DHS Secretary Amid Iran War Tensions The Senate has confirmed Senator Markwayne Mullin as the new Department of Homeland Security secretary. Meanwhile, Iran has denied ongoing negotiations with the U.S. to end the conflict, now in its fourth week of fighting.

Markwayne Mullin confirmed to lead a DHS in turmoil | CNN Politics

Trump Taps Mullin to Lead DHS During Immigration Crackdown Senator Markwayne Mullin has been confirmed as Donald Trump's next Department of Homeland Security secretary. He will lead the agency during a controversial immigration enforcement push and amid an ongoing government shutdown. Mullin's appointment elevates him to oversee border security and enforcement operations.

Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin to be DHS secretary, replacing Kristi Noem

Senate Confirms Markwayne Mullin as New DHS Secretary The Senate has confirmed Markwayne Mullin as the new Department of Homeland Security secretary, replacing Kristi Noem. The confirmation comes amid a government shutdown affecting DHS operations, causing airport delays and extended security lines nationwide.

Trump threatens to deploy ICE agents to airports Monday if funding deal isn’t reached | CNN Politics

Trump Threatens ICE Deployment at Airports Over Budget Standoff President Trump warned Saturday he will deploy ICE agents to US airports Monday unless a DHS funding deal is reached. The threat comes as TSA workers face unpaid wages and travel disruptions mount. The ultimatum sets a tight deadline for Congressional negotiations on the budget impasse.

3 more members of Iran women's soccer team change course, decline to accept asylum in Australia

Iran Soccer Players Reject Australian Asylum, Return Home Three additional members of Iran's women's soccer team have reversed their decision to seek asylum in Australia and plan to return home instead. An Australian government minister confirmed the development. This follows previous departures by other team members who similarly chose to leave the country after initially accepting refugee visas.

Man who rammed his vehicle into Michigan synagogue was naturalized citizen from Lebanon, DHS says

Man Charged in Synagogue Vehicle Attack Was Naturalized U.S. Citizen A 41-year-old naturalized citizen from Lebanon rammed his vehicle into a major Michigan Reform synagogue in what federal investigators are treating as a hate crime targeting the Jewish community. Ayman Mohamad Ghazali arrived in the U.S. in 2011 on a spousal visa and became a citizen in 2016. The incident marks a serious act of violence against a religious institution.

Arizona Is Now at the Center of Election Investigations

Arizona Election Results Face Federal Scrutiny from DHS, FBI The Department of Homeland Security and FBI are conducting separate investigations into Arizona's 2020 election results. Both federal agencies are examining potential irregularities and security concerns surrounding the state's voting processes. Arizona has become a focal point for post-election scrutiny and federal oversight.

40+ House Republicans rally behind Markwayne Mullin for DHS, call it a ‘critical moment’ for border security

# Summary Over 40 House Republicans have endorsed Senator Markwayne Mullin for the Department of Homeland Security leadership position, following Kristi Noem's removal. In a letter to President Trump, the Republican Main Street Caucus supports Mullin's nomination, characterizing the appointment as crucial for border security at this critical juncture.