Cole Congratulates Senator Markwayne Mullin on DHS Nomination

March 5, 2026 Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | CONTACT : Olivia Porcaro 202-225-6165 Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after Senator Markwayne Mullin was announced as the nominee for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security: “Service to the country is one of the highest callings in public life. I am proud to see my congressional colleague, friend, and fellow Native American, Senator Markwayne Mullin, receive this well-deserved nomination to serve as President Trump’s Secretary of Homeland Security. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, he has been a strong partner and a steady leader working across chambers. Markwayne understands the critical importance of securing the homeland and protecting our communities, and I am confident he will serve with distinction in this new role. Vigilance and strength are essential to protecting the nation, and Oklahomans - and the American people - can be confident he will carry out that mission with the resolve it demands,” said Congressman Cole. ###