«Kristen Noem dismissed from the position of DHS head: reasons and consequences»
5 march 2026 в 23:13
Kristi Noem had been the face of the Department of Homeland Security since 2025, but her tenure lasted only about a year under Donald Trump. Shortly after she faced tough questions from the House Judiciary Committee in early March 2026, Trump fired Noem and appointed Senator Markwayne Mullin in her place. Now the question remains: why was Noem fired? What led Trump to remove his DHS secretary?
As Americans speculate about her dismissal from DHS, we will examine all the events that may have led to Noem’s firing.
Trump did not specify the reason for Noem’s dismissal as head of DHS. In his statement on Truth Social on March 5, the Republican president thanked her for her «numerous and impressive results (especially at the border!)» and announced that Noem was «transitioning to the role of Special Envoy for the 'Shield of America' initiative, our new security project in the Western Hemisphere, which we will announce on Saturday in Doral, Florida».
«I thank Kristi for her service to the 'Homeland,'» Trump concluded.
Noem’s firing came shortly after she faced persistent questions from the Judiciary Committee. She was criticized by members of both parties for her handling of matters related to the killings of Rene Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents amid protests against ICE, for spending over $ 200 million in taxpayer funds on advertising, for the additional use of $ 300 million on private luxury jets, and for her alleged romance with Corey Lewandowski.
Both Noem and Lewandowski denied the romance rumors, but several media outlets had reported on their alleged relationship since 2021. The former DHS secretary was asked by Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dow about possible «sexual relations» with Lewandowski, her chief advisor at DHS. Noem did not answer the question and stated that she was «shocked that we are discussing tabloid gossip in this committee today».
Senator Markwayne Mullin will replace Noem as DHS secretary on March 31, 2026, as announced by Trump on March 5.
«I am pleased to announce that the highly respected U.S. Senator from the Great State of Oklahoma, Markwayne Mullin, will become the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), starting March 31, 2026», - Trump wrote on Truth Social. «Having served 10 years in the U.S. House of Representatives and 3 years in the Senate, Markwayne represents the wonderful people of Oklahoma, where I won in all 77 counties—in 2016, 2020, and 2024!»
Calling Mullin a «MAGA warrior», - Trump added that the senator is a «former undefeated professional MMA fighter» and «really gets along well with people, and knows the wisdom and courage needed to advance our 'America First' agenda».
«As the only Native American in the Senate, Markwayne is a great advocate for our incredible tribal communities», - Trump concluded. «Markwayne will work tirelessly to secure our border, stop migrant crime, murderers, and other criminals from illegally entering our country, put an end to the scourge of illegal drugs, and make America safe again. Markwayne will be an outstanding Secretary of Homeland Security. Thank you for your attention to this matter!»
As Americans speculate about her dismissal from DHS, we will examine all the events that may have led to Noem’s firing.
Trump did not specify the reason for Noem’s dismissal as head of DHS. In his statement on Truth Social on March 5, the Republican president thanked her for her «numerous and impressive results (especially at the border!)» and announced that Noem was «transitioning to the role of Special Envoy for the 'Shield of America' initiative, our new security project in the Western Hemisphere, which we will announce on Saturday in Doral, Florida».
«I thank Kristi for her service to the 'Homeland,'» Trump concluded.
Noem’s firing came shortly after she faced persistent questions from the Judiciary Committee. She was criticized by members of both parties for her handling of matters related to the killings of Rene Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents amid protests against ICE, for spending over $ 200 million in taxpayer funds on advertising, for the additional use of $ 300 million on private luxury jets, and for her alleged romance with Corey Lewandowski.
Both Noem and Lewandowski denied the romance rumors, but several media outlets had reported on their alleged relationship since 2021. The former DHS secretary was asked by Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dow about possible «sexual relations» with Lewandowski, her chief advisor at DHS. Noem did not answer the question and stated that she was «shocked that we are discussing tabloid gossip in this committee today».
Senator Markwayne Mullin will replace Noem as DHS secretary on March 31, 2026, as announced by Trump on March 5.
«I am pleased to announce that the highly respected U.S. Senator from the Great State of Oklahoma, Markwayne Mullin, will become the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), starting March 31, 2026», - Trump wrote on Truth Social. «Having served 10 years in the U.S. House of Representatives and 3 years in the Senate, Markwayne represents the wonderful people of Oklahoma, where I won in all 77 counties—in 2016, 2020, and 2024!»
Calling Mullin a «MAGA warrior», - Trump added that the senator is a «former undefeated professional MMA fighter» and «really gets along well with people, and knows the wisdom and courage needed to advance our 'America First' agenda».
«As the only Native American in the Senate, Markwayne is a great advocate for our incredible tribal communities», - Trump concluded. «Markwayne will work tirelessly to secure our border, stop migrant crime, murderers, and other criminals from illegally entering our country, put an end to the scourge of illegal drugs, and make America safe again. Markwayne will be an outstanding Secretary of Homeland Security. Thank you for your attention to this matter!»
© Puhova Marina
