Kristi Noem Faces Scrutiny in Homeland Security Confirmation Hearing
Trump's DHS nominee pledges to overhaul immigration policies and address cybersecurity priorities while drawing criticism over qualifications and policy positions.
- Kristi Noem, South Dakota governor and Trump’s pick for Homeland Security Secretary, testified before the Senate Homeland Security Committee on Friday.
- Noem committed to reversing Biden-era immigration policies, including ending CBP One, limiting humanitarian parole, and reinstating the 'Remain in Mexico' policy.
- She emphasized plans to prioritize deporting migrants with criminal records and pledged support for building the southern border wall.
- Noem criticized the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) for its focus on disinformation, advocating for a smaller, more targeted role in protecting critical infrastructure.
- Democratic senators questioned her qualifications and independence, particularly regarding disaster relief and the management of DHS’s $115 billion budget.
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