Immigration Enforcement — 2026-03-19

Mullin DHS Nomination Advances from Committee 8-7; Pledges Warrant Requirement for Home Entries

The Senate Homeland Security Committee advanced Markwayne Mullin's DHS nomination 8-7 after a contentious hearing. Chairman Rand Paul voted no, citing Mullin's past threats and undisclosed foreign travel. Mullin signaled a policy shift from predecessor Noem, pledging to require judicial warrants for ICE to enter homes or businesses. A full Senate vote could come next week.

Analysis
The 0400 INTSUM covered Mullin's contentious hearing; today's 8-7 committee advance with Paul voting no signals a tight full Senate vote. The warrant requirement pledge could reshape ICE operational authorities tracked across multiple prior Immigration Enforcement sections.