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Homeland Security Secretary's Handbag Theft Sparks Secret Service Investigation

Kristi Noem's stolen bag contained sensitive items, prompting scrutiny over security protocols for high-ranking officials.

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Overview

  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's handbag was stolen during an Easter dinner at a Washington, D.C., restaurant.
  • The stolen bag included $3,000 in cash, official identification, a DHS access card, and personal keys.
  • Surveillance footage shows a masked man, described as an unidentified white male, leaving the restaurant with the handbag.
  • The Secret Service has launched an investigation, reviewing CCTV footage and monitoring for unauthorized use of stolen items.
  • The incident raises concerns about security measures for top officials and occurs during Noem's tenure enforcing Trump's immigration policies.