By Ben Morgan and FOX23.com News Staff
WASHINGTON — Governor Kevin Stitt met with President Trump at the White House to discuss the upcoming U.S. Senate appointment for the state of Oklahoma.
This comes after Trump selected Senator Markwayne Mullin to head the Department of Homeland Security.
During the meeting, Stitt reaffirmed his commitment to appoint a small-government conservative.
“I appreciate President Trump taking time to meet to discuss the importance of appointing a new U.S. Senator for Oklahoma. President Trump has made a great selection in Markwayne Mullin to join his cabinet, and I am committed to making a swift decision on his replacement once Mullin is confirmed by the Senate,” said Stitt in a statement.
Stitt also met with Republican leaders in the U.S. Senate to discuss Mullin’s replacement.
Mullin’s confirmation hearing is set for Wednesday. now DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s last day is March 31.
