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June 25, 2026

Markwayne Mullin Acknowledges Due Diligence Issues in DHS Warehouse Purchases

  • Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin admitted to lawmakers that his predecessor may not have completed due diligence on $1 billion worth of warehouse purchases for detention centers.
  • Mullin is currently evaluating the feasibility of these locations, acknowledging potential issues with infrastructure and suitability for human use.
  • While praising Mullin for improved communication, Democrats expressed concerns about the rushed nature of these acquisitions and their implications for immigration policy.