OKC Standard

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma recently appeared on NBC's Meet the Press with Kristen Welker to discuss several pressing issues under the Trump administration, including efforts to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict, strengthen national defense, and reform the federal workforce.

During the interview, Senator Mullin emphasized President Trump's stance on the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. He stated, "President Trump is absolutely correct. If he was in office, this war would have never, ever taken place." Mullin further explained that efforts are underway to position President Trump as a key negotiator in ending the conflict, likening his approach to that of former President Reagan during the Cold War.

Senator Mullin also defended President Trump's prerogative in selecting military advisors, asserting that "the president gets to choose his closest advisors," including the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Additionally, Mullin addressed concerns about government efficiency and waste. Highlighting public sentiment against misuse of taxpayer funds, he remarked: "What Oklahomans want is to make sure that get rid of the waste and fraud inside the federal government." He acknowledged national debt as a security risk and called for swift changes without job losses.

The full interview with Senator Mullin is available online for those interested in his detailed views on these matters.