Trump says Kristi Noem out as Homeland Security chief amid immigration uproar

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 75% complete by ReutersMarch 5, 2026 at 08:04 PM

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Kristi Noem is stepping down as Homeland Security Secretary, according to President Trump, amid controversy surrounding her handling of immigration issues. Trump announced that Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma will replace Noem as DHS Secretary, effective March 31, 2026. Noem will transition to the role of "Special envoy for The Shield of ‌the Americas." Her tenure as Homeland Security Secretary was marked by a hardline stance on immigration, often using strong language and highlighting alleged crimes by immigrants. She recently faced criticism for labeling two U.S. citizens killed by ICE agents as "domestic terrorists," a claim contradicted by subsequent video evidence.

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The Shield of ‌the Americas 40% South Dakota 40% Oklahoma 40% Renee Good 40% Alex Pretti 40% Minneapolis 40% Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 50% Markwayne Mullin 70% United States ×475% Department of Homeland Security ×285% Donald Trump ×490% Kristi Noem ×595%

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