Senator Peter Welch opposes Markwayne Mullin’s nomination as DHS Secretary, citing concerns over ongoing immigration policies.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Welch expresses opposition to nomination: U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) has publicly opposed the nomination of Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) as the new Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, stating that the department requires significant reforms. He criticized previous policies from the Trump administration as "dangerous" and expressed hopes for collaborative improvements.
Concerns about current DHS practices: In his statement, Senator Welch emphasized the problems within DHS and ICE that need to be addressed. He remarked that simply replacing the former Secretary is insufficient, insisting on the necessity for a shift away from existing practices of dysfunction and cruelty.
Future collaboration encouraged: Despite his concerns, Welch highlighted the potential for positive collaboration with Mullin, particularly in supporting and enhancing the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and ensuring fair compensation for TSA agents, disaster recovery employees, and cybersecurity experts.
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Peter Welch Fundraising
Peter Welch recently disclosed $10.8K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 31st, 2026. This was the 1321st most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 44.4% came from individual donors.
Welch disclosed $46.5K of spending. This was the 1043rd most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Welch disclosed $1.6M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 252nd most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
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Peter Welch Net Worth
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Peter Welch Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Peter Welch:
- S.4095: A bill to call for accountability for the killing of innocent civilians, including 5-year-old Hind Rajab and two paramedics, in an attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces, to require the Secretary of State to report to Congress on the attack, and for other purposes.
- S.3926: E-Access Act
- S.3885: Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act
- S.3866: A bill to provide for updates to the Federal Aviation Administration type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies, and for other purposes.
- S.3861: Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Reauthorization Act of 2026
- S.3833: LCBP Enhancements Act of 2026
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