Trump’s DHS pick, Markwayne Mullin, stokes fears of more Fema cuts

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Dharna NoorMarch 18, 2026 at 07:59 PM

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Markwayne Mullin, Donald Trump's pick for DHS Secretary, faces scrutiny regarding the future of FEMA. During his confirmation hearing, Mullin addressed concerns about the agency's restructuring, stating he would restructure, not eliminate, FEMA and revoke the policy of personally reviewing expenditures over $100,000. He also pledged to find a qualified FEMA head, a position that has remained unfilled during Trump's second term. While some experts see potential positives in Mullin's statements, concerns remain about potential staff cuts, as Mullin suggested some agencies might be overstaffed. Disaster management officials are awaiting his actions, particularly regarding staffing levels and overall disaster preparedness.

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