DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin: My goal in 6 months is to not have DHS be the lead story every day

Summary

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the ongoing DHS funding battle and ICE reforms. He criticizes Democrat demands as political theater driven by primary elections and outlines his quieter leadership approach. The conversation covers warrant usage, funding strategies, and the goal of reducing DHS's daily media presence.

• Discussion of DHS funding battle and Democrat demands for ICE reforms.
• Criticism of political motives behind defunding efforts.
• Explanation of administrative vs. judicial warrants in immigration enforcement.
• Plan to fund DHS agencies separately to avoid shutdowns.
• Mullin's leadership style aimed at reducing public controversy.
• Emphasis on bipartisan negotiations and challenges with Democrat leadership.
• Impact of potential defunding on border security and immigration enforcement.
• Goal to have DHS not be the lead story every day within six months.