Mullin Explored Bipartisan Deal to Rein in Immigration Crackdown

Sen. Mullin, Trump's pick to lead the Department of Homeland Security, privately explored a bipartisan compromise on immigration enforcement that would have included concessions the White House has publicly rejected. The negotiations suggest tension between the nominee and the Trump administration over the scope and pace of the immigration crackdown the president has prioritized since taking office. Mullin's willingness to discuss deals at odds with Trump's stated position raises questions about whether he would implement the hardline approach the president expects from his DHS leader. The development comes as the Senate prepares to vet Mullin's nomination, with his confirmation potentially hinging on whether he can demonstrate full alignment with Trump's immigration agenda.