U.S. Department of Homeland Security

03/24/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/24/2026 17:14

PHOTO RELEASE: Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin Sworn In at the White House

WASHINGTON - Today, President Donald J. Trump hosted the swearing-in ceremony for the new U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin in the Oval Office. Secretary Mullin was sworn in by Attorney General Pam Bondi. He was joined by his wife, Christie, and their six children.

"I don't care what color your state is. I don't care if you're red or you're blue," said Secretary Mullin. "At the end of the day, my job is to be Secretary of Homeland Security and to protect everybody."

Below are photos from the historic event:

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Secretary Mullin with President Donald J. Trump

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Secretary Mullin with his wife Christie

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Secretary Mullin is sworn in by Attorney General Pam Bondi

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Secretary Mullin delivers his first remarks after he is sworn in

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Secretary Mullin and his family with President Trump

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