DHS Sec. Markwayne Mullin details impact of record-long government shutdown

DHS Sec. Markwayne Mullin discusses the long-lasting consequences of the nearly 80-day Homeland Security shutdown and dismisses criticism of the U.S. Secret Service's response to the WHCA Dinner shooting.

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin criticizes the 80-day government shutdown's severe repercussions on homeland security, citing significant TSA agent attrition and operational backlogs. Mullin highlights that the shutdown caused substantial disruptions across various DHS agencies, including the Coast Guard's licensing duties, leading to economic strain. He counters Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's assertion that the shutdown was justified, emphasizing the critical need for consistent funding for national security.