Democrats outraged as Fetterman votes to advance Markwayne Mullin nomination

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Maya YangMarch 20, 2026 at 09:57 PM

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Senator John Fetterman, a Democrat from Pennsylvania, is facing criticism from within his own party for voting to advance the nomination of Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin as homeland security secretary. The vote occurred in a Senate committee, with Fetterman being the only Democrat to side with Republicans. Other Democratic representatives, including Brendan Boyle and Pat Ryan, have publicly condemned Fetterman's decision, questioning his commitment to his constituents and suggesting he is aligned with Donald Trump. Fetterman defended his vote by citing his desire to reopen the Department of Homeland Security and his working relationship with Mullin. He also noted his past success in influencing Trump's decisions regarding the previous nominee. The nomination now moves to the full Senate for consideration.

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Dave McCormick 30% Chrissy Houlahan 40% Pat Ryan 40% Donald Trump ×250% Brendan Boyle 50% United States House ×350% Kristi Noem ×260% United States Senate ×260% Pennsylvania ×470% Department of Homeland Security ×370% Markwayne Mullin ×680% John Fetterman ×890%

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john fetterman 100% markwayne mullin 90% homeland security secretary 80% democratic party 70% political division 60% republican proposals 50% department of homeland security 50% senate confirmation 50% political disagreement 40%

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Pennsylvania

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