How Kristi Noem finally lost Trump - and her job
CNN • • nation
Key Points:
- Kristi Noem was abruptly removed as Homeland Security secretary after a series of controversies, including lavish spending on a $220 million ad campaign and internal agency conflicts, culminating in a public disagreement with former President Trump over whether he approved the campaign.
- Trump, reportedly angered by Noem's handling of the situation and other leadership failures, selected Senator Markwayne Mullin as her replacement, announcing the change via social media before Mullin was formally consulted.
- Noem learned of her dismissal shortly before delivering a planned speech in Nashville, where she made no direct mention of her firing, instead alluding vaguely to a new role focusing on drug trafficking.
- Noem's tenure was marked by aggressive immigration enforcement, internal agency turmoil, and significant cuts at
