Following her confirmation by the Senate as President Donald Trump's homeland security secretary, Kristi Noem has outlined her top priorities, emphasizing the need to secure the southern border and address the country's immigration system.
Noem expressed gratitude for the trust placed in her by Trump and the Senate, stating that the Trump Administration has a mandate from the American people to tackle these critical issues. She highlighted the administration's commitment to empowering law enforcement to remove criminal aliens and illegal gangs, enhancing intelligence capabilities to detect and prevent terror threats, and providing swift assistance during crises.
A staunch Trump loyalist, Noem has been serving as the governor of South Dakota since 2019 and brings a wealth of experience as a former state legislator and four-term congresswoman. Known for her resistance to Covid-19 restrictions in her state, she is expected to play a key role in the administration's immigration crackdown efforts.
In her new role leading the Department of Homeland Security, Noem will oversee a wide range of agencies, including US Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, FEMA, and the US Secret Service. She aims to ensure that America remains a beacon of freedom, safety, and security for future generations.
