Overview

• Kristi Noem has taken up residence at Quarters 1, the sprawling waterfront home at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling normally reserved for the Coast Guard commandant, without evidence of customary rental payments.
• DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin said the arrangement was approved for security reasons after Noem reported being targeted and doxxed online.
• Current and former Coast Guard members have raised alarm over Noem’s frequent use of a Coast Guard Gulfstream aircraft and whether she has reimbursed the government for personal travel.
• Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington and Democratic lawmakers have demanded disclosure of any fees paid or reimbursements made to avoid improper use of military assets.
• The controversy builds on earlier scrutiny of Noem’s spending practices, including a $68,000 taxpayer-funded renovation of the South Dakota governor’s mansion.