Wolf sworn in as DHS acting secretary, will face challenges on Capitol Hill

Chad Wolf was sworn in today as acting secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, shortly after the Senate voted 54-41 to confirm him for an under secretary position at DHS.

“I want to thank the President for nominating me to this critical position and for the U.S. Senate for taking action. I have served the Department since inauguration day and am honored to serve as the first Under Secretary for Policy,” Wolf said following the Senate vote. “I am...