Rep. Moran backs Sen. Mullin

TYLER – U.S. Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-Texas) released a statement on Thursday in support of President Trump after it was announced that Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem has been replaced. It was announced on Thursday afternoon that, after a little over a year as secretary of homeland security, Noem is being replaced by Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.). Noem will be transitioning to a new role as special envoy for “The Shield of Americas,” a new initiative that will focus on eliminating drug cartels from the country.

“I look forward to working with them closely to dismantle cartels that have poured drugs into our nation and killed our children and grandchildren,” Noem said Thursday.

Moran also praised Trump for the actions he and his administration have taken during his current term to limit drug trafficking from entering the country.

“Although I am grateful for the service of Secretary Kristi Noem over this past year to serve as Secretary for the Department of Homeland Security, I believe that a change in DHS leadership in this moment serves the best interests of the American people and the mission of DHS. So, I fully support the President’s decision to move a different direction, and applaud his choice of Senator Markwayne Mullen who—when confirmed—will do an outstanding job protecting our homeland.”

“Under President Trump’s leadership, our border has never been more secure,” Moran said. “Border crossings, human smuggling, and drug trafficking are now at some of the lowest levels in our nation’s history thanks to a strong executive in the White House who has the will to enforce the law.”