Trump Taps Oklahoma Senator Mullin for Top Homeland Security Role
Senator Markwayne Mullin, Trump's pick for Homeland Security, honed his negotiating skills in Oklahoma. Learn how his unique background prepares him for this critical role.
Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin, whose first name is a combination honoring two uncles, faced questions on Capitol Hill after President Trump announced his nomination to a top Homeland Security position on Thursday.
Mullin, a Republican, has an unconventional background for a Washington politician. Before entering politics, he founded a successful plumbing company in his home state. But it's his childhood experiences that may prove most valuable as he takes on this new national security role.
Growing up, Mullin learned the art of negotiation and conflict resolution through competitive sparring matches. As a young man, he was a regional champion in mixed martial arts.
Source: The New York Times
