DHS secretary nominee Mullin presents a different vision for FEMA than predecessor Noem

President Trump's DHS secretary nominee Mullin told senators he would preserve FEMA and reverse some policies from his predecessor, Kristi Noem, signaling a departure from the hardline stance that characterized her tenure. Noem had pushed to eliminate the federal disaster agency entirely, a proposal that drew criticism from lawmakers and emergency management officials. Mullin's commitment to keep FEMA operational and undo unpopular measures suggests the Trump administration may take a less confrontational approach to federal emergency services, though his specific policy priorities remain to be detailed. The contrasting positions underscore tension within the administration over how aggressively to reshape disaster response and homeland security operations. Mullin's confirmation by the Senate would place him atop an agency responsible for border security, immigration enforcement, and disaster response during his tenure.