Trump's pick for Homeland Security faces questions about his past comments

Markwayne Mullin, President Donald Trump's choice to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), faced questions in a Senate hearing. Senator Rand Paul challenged Mullin about past remarks where Mullin suggested he would physically confront someone who disagreed with him, asking if he had 'anger issues.'

Mullin defended Trump's border policies during the hearing but also struck a somewhat softer tone on some issues. Trump has highlighted an endorsement of Mullin from the Border Patrol union. The nomination process is ongoing.