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Mullin Faces Senate Grilling on DHS Budget, Immigration Crackdown, and World Cup Security

02 June 2026 07:45

DHS Secretary John Mullin testified before the Senate on Tuesday for the first time since his confirmation, facing questions on budget, immigration, and World Cup security. - Mullin defended DHS spending amid calls for more border security funding.

- Senators questioned the operational impact of mass deportations. - Security preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup were a key topic.

- The hearing revealed ongoing partisan divisions over immigration policy. The hearing underscored the challenges of balancing enforcement with major international events.

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