It was on March 5, 2026, when Donald Trump announced that he had replaced DHS (Department of Homeland Security) Kristi Noem, with an Oklahoma Republican and U.S. Senator, Markwayne Mullin, who will now take over the department, effective from March 31, 2026. On Truth Social, Donald Trump revealed that Markwayne Mullin did a ‘tremendous job’ while representing the people of Oklahoma.
Markwayne Mullin replaces Kristi Noem and becomes the new DHS
Donald Trump praised Markwayne as a loyal ally. For the unversed, Markwayne is a first-term senator who previously was a member of the House, starting back in 2013. As per the reports, to take up his DHS role, he will need a confirmation from the Senate. However, as per the federal laws, he can work as an acting secretary while the Senate decides his nomination. With Trump’s announcement of Markwayne becoming the new DHS, let’s have a stroll down to his personal life, and know everything about his wife and six kids.
