Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has toured North Carolina areas devastated by Hurricane Helene in 2024. This marks his first official trip since replacing Kristi Noem. Mullin has revealed plans to speed relief to disaster-impacted communities. He also weighed in on immigration enforcement, suggesting he might halt customs processing at airports in cities resisting the administration's immigration policies. Mullin has signaled a different approach to FEMA, focusing on clearing a backlog of needs. North Carolina is still hard-hit, with $1.6 billion in FEMA assistance obligated so far. Mullin's visit Tuesday contrasts with his predecessor's approach, whose policies prompted frustration.
