United States Secretary of Homeland Security
Kristi Noem's Absurd Midterm Loss Explanation: Truly wild way of thinking. Actually nuts.
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Key FactsNoem links Republican losses to administration’s success
Nov 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: buzzfeed.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: buzzfeed.com
- On X, Noem backed Kudlow’s view that the Trump administration had achieved too much during its first year.
- She cited that assessment as an explanation for Republicans’ losses in the midterm elections.
- From 2018 through 2021, Kudlow served as Donald Trump’s senior adviser on economic matters.
- Several users on X mocked or criticized Noem’s explanation for the Republican losses.
Dems put Noem on notice: "Noem, Markwayne, Miller, Homan, Bovino, what's up? Clear your schedule."
axios.com/2026/11/11/kristi-noem-homeland-security-congress-subpoena
ICE Barbie’s Rumored Lover Resurfaces to Praise Stephen Miller: Miller, a longtime Trump aide, was promoted to White House Chief of Staff.
thedailybeast.com/former-trump-advisor-corey-lewandowski-resurfaces-to-praise-new-chief-of-staff-stephen-mill
Leaked Messages Reveal Grip of ICE Barbie’s Lover: “I love deportations,” Corey Lewandowski declared in a high-level DHS exchange as Kristi Noem’s top adviser.
thedailybeast.com/leaked-messages-reveal-grip-of-ice-barbies-lover
The Bulwark Nov 09
Dems Have Their Finger on the Impeachment Trigger: The incoming congressional majority is preparing to investigate ICE abuses—and wants consequences for the ...
thebulwark.com/p/democrats-have-their-finger-on-the-impeachment-trigger-ice-dhs-investigations-consequences
South Florida man sentenced for online threat that Marco Rubio, Kristi Noem ‘will be executed’
sun-sentinel.com/2026/11/12/south-florida-man-sentenced-for-online-threat-that-marco-rubio-kristi-noem-will-be-executed/
The Fall Women: Most of the top officials President Trump has pushed out have one thing in common.
theatlantic.com/politics/2026/11/trump-administration-women-departures/689359/
Mail Online Oct 22
Kristi Noem's rumored lover Corey Lewandowski under DOJ criminal investigation for alleged 'pay-to-play' scheme
dailymail.com/news/article-16231277/corey-lewandowski-doj-criminal-investigation.html
Key FactsReport: Criminal Probe Into Trump Ally Corey Lewandowski
Oct 23, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The investigation began with the DHS inspector general’s referral of allegations to the Justice Department, according to four sources.
- The probe concerns certain government contracts; a DHS official says Lewandowski signed some as a special government employee despite questionable authority.
- Certain grants and contracts, including FEMA-related ones, were put on hold at Lewandowski’s direction, according to two DHS officials.
- Lewandowski’s lawyer reportedly said his client denies wrongdoing; the Justice Department has not issued subpoenas so far.
And if they're not honest, I'll have my DOJ go and do whatever they have to do,— Trump; said to reporters about the investigation into Lewandowski's tenure at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), per Reuters.
Susie Wiles's exit adds list women leaving top roles in Trump administration
washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/11/07/susie-wiless-exit-adds-list-women-leaving-top-roles-trump-administration/
ICE Barbie’s Alleged Lover Put Under Criminal Investigation: The ex-Cabinet secretary’s right-hand man is back in the spotlight.
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-kristi-noems-alleged-lover-corey-lewandoski-out-under-criminal-investigation-by-doj
ICE Barbie Busted Faking Her Credentials as Alleged Lover Probed: Kristi Noem’s “official statement” apparently wasn’t so official after all.
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-kristi-noem-busted-faking-her-credentials-as-alleged-lover-corey-lewandowski-probed
Kristi Noem Reportedly Went ‘Rogue’ With Unauthorized State Department Press Release
mediaite.com/politics/kristi-noem-reportedly-went-rogue-with-unauthorized-state-department-press-release/
ICE Barbie’s Kinky ‘Bimbofication’ Ex Demands More in Divorce: The couple, who was married for 34 years, split after photos surfaced of Bryon Noem wearing fake ...
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbies-kinky-bimbofication-ex-demands-more-in-divorce
ICE Barbie Dealt Humiliating Insult by Fierce Rival: A trip to Puerto Rico has exposed an awkward new twist in one of the Trump administration’s bitterest feuds.
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-kristi-noem-dealt-humiliating-insult-by-fierce-rival-tom-homan-over-luxury-plane-fleet
Kristi Noem Tries Trolling Kacey Musgraves Over James Talarico, Receives A Brutal Reply
huffpost.com/entry/kacey-musgraves-kristi-noem-talarico-posts_n_6acdc8fee4b0e26c18ce860c
Puppy-Killing ICE Barbie Mocked as She Poses With New Dog: Kristi Noem’s latest hunting photo has people fearing for the safety of her four-legged companion.
thedailybeast.com/puppy-killing-ice-barbie-mocked-as-she-poses-with-new-dog
Trump-fired Kristi Noem has now lost her ‘special’ role just months after being ousted from DHS
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/kristi-noem-trump-sheild-of-america-fired-b3068155.html
Noem ‘confident Ilhan Omar will finally be held accountable’: Kristi Noem, the former secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/6152070-kristi-noem-ilhan-omar-immigration-investigation/
DHS Plane Purchases Under Noem Tied To ‘Criminal Law Enforcement Investigation’: Report
huffpost.com/entry/live-updates_n_6ad5dc16e4b061c2be4462bd/liveblog_6ad8c20ae4b02def986987c1
Kristi Noem no longer serving as Trump envoy to Shield of the Americas: Former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem is no longer serving as the Trump administration's envoy ...
cbsnews.com/news/kristi-noem-no-longer-trump-envoy-shield-of-the-americas/
Noem out of Shield of America’s role, State Department confirms: Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is no longer serving as the Trump ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/6152805-kristi-noem-shield-americas-envoy-departure/
Kristi Noem accused of putting out a fake press release about her leaving Trump administration role
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/kristi-noem-fake-press-release-trump-b3072718.html
Judge rules Elon Musk, Kristi Noem spread false info to fire FEMA official: A federal judge ruled that officials including Elon Musk and Kristi Noem spread false ...
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/10/14/fema-fired-mary-comans-false-info-elon-musk-kristi-noem/92247275007/
Former DHS Sec. Kristi Noem is no longer serving as the Trump administration's special envoy for the Shield of the Americas initiative ... Show more
ICE Barbie’s Career Takes Weird New Twist: The former South Dakota governor has changed job titles for the third time this year.
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-kristi-noems-career-takes-weird-new-twist
people.com Oct 17
Kristi Noem Out as Special Envoy Months After Trump Fired Her from DHS Role
people.com/kristi-noem-out-as-special-envoy-months-after-trump-fired-her-from-dhs-role-12177220
The Bulwark Oct 17
First Noem Fired Her. Then She Fed Her to MAGA.: The ex-DHS secretary and Corey Lewandowski have been caught using right-wing influencers to scapegoat a civil ...
thebulwark.com/p/first-noem-lewandowski-fired-her-then-she-fed-her-to-maga-smear-scapegoat-civil-servant
The Bulwark Oct 15
First Noem Fired Her. Then She Fed Her to MAGA.: The ex-DHS secretary and Corey Lewandowski have been caught using right-wing influencers to scapegoat a civil ...
thebulwark.com/p/first-noem-lewandowski-fired-her-then-she-fed-her-to-maga-smear-scapegoat-civil-servant
Kristi Noem Tries Trolling Kacey Musgraves Over James Talarico, Receives A Brutal Reply
huffpost.com/entry/kacey-musgraves-kristi-noem-talarico-posts_n_6acdc8fee4b0e26c18ce860c
Country Singer Takes Jab At Kristi Noem By Pointing Out That Noem Shot Her Own Dog
huffpost.com/entry/live-updates_n_6acc9961e4b0a568b68e46d5/liveblog_6acd53f3e4b0e26c18cdccc6
Kristi Noem is back under the microscope over DHS planes: Noem reportedly bought the planes just before being ousted from the Department of Homeland Security
theweek.com/politics/kristi-noem-dhs-planes
Kristi Noem Spent Her Last Day At DHS Buying 5 Extremely Overpriced Jets From A Donor: Report
huffpost.com/entry/kristi-noem-overpriced-jets_n_6ac3d380e4b0bc90e400370e
Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem files for divorce from her husband of 34 years
pbs.org/newshour/politics/former-homeland-security-secretary-kristi-noem-files-for-divorce-from-her-husband-of-34-years
The lawyer of Renee Good’s family announced Thursday the family has filed two federal civil lawsuits alleging wrongful death and excessive force nine months ... Show more
ICE Barbie Freaks Out After GOP Rebel Exposes Her: Thom Tillis has come to regret voting to confirm Kristi Noem as DHS Secretary, and she isn’t too happy.
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-kristi-noem-freaks-out-after-gop-rebel-thom-tillis-exposes-her/
ICE Barbie Teams Up With Notorious Goon to Drop Cryptic 2028 Hint: “We’re running for America,” former Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino tells the Daily Beast.
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-teams-up-with-notorious-goon-to-drop-cryptic-2028-hint/
Key FactsBovino and Noem’s Video Raises Questions About 2028
Sep 27, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- On Saturday, Bovino and Noem posted an X video wearing hunting gear; Bovino tagged Gavin Newsom and J.B. Pritzker.
- Asked about a 2028 run, Bovino said they were running for America.
- Bovino had previously launched an exploratory committee and Bovino2028.com, but had not announced a campaign.
- In March, Bovino was pressured into retirement, while Trump fired Noem after scrutiny of her DHS tenure.
We are running for America.— Greg Bovino, in a June statement responding to whether he and Noem were running for something in 2028
Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem Has Filed For Divorce
huffpost.com/entry/live-updates_n_6aba2581e4b07795582cf7c8/liveblog_6abc18f1e4b075cb0a4173dd
Kristi Noem's Hunting Photos Spark Backlash: “Literally no one wants to see this,” one critic on Instagram said in response to multiple photos of Noem proudly ...
buzzfeed.com/elysewanshel1/kristi-noem-gory-hunting-pic-gets-instant-backlash
Key FactsKristi Noem’s Elk Photos Draw Backlash
Sep 23, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
- On Monday, Noem posted several graphic Instagram photos of an elk killed with a bow; Instagram flagged the post as sensitive content.
- Some Instagram users apparently praised the photos, while others criticized the trophy-like presentation of the dead animal.
- In her memoir, the former South Dakota governor defended shooting her hunting dog Cricket after it attacked chickens.
- Noem replied that the meat would feed her family and others, invoking responsible stewardship of wildlife.
“Shame on you who desecrate and don’t understand the stewardship responsibilities God has given us,” she added. She concluded, “Go to a store and shop for anything that hasn’t been harvested and you will find bare shelves and your family will starve.”— Kristi Noem, in response to backlash in the comments of her Instagram hunting post
Kristi Noem’s Agency Gave Her Donor a Lucrative Contract Just Before She Left
nytimes.com/2026/10/04/us/politics/kristi-noem-planes-donor.html
SNL’s Colin Jost Gets Louds Groans for ICE Barbie Joke: Both Che and Jost had material ready for Kristi Noem’s divorce.
thedailybeast.com/obsessed/snls-colin-jost-gets-louds-groans-for-ice-barbie-joke/
Judges Sound Favorable of Possible Kristi Noem Criminal Probe: Appeals judges questioned whether Kristi Noem, attorneys, or others face blame in the deportation ...
newsweek.com/judges-signal-support-kristi-noem-contempt-probe-boasberg-deportation-flights-12501640
ICE Barbie’s Beef With Trump’s ‘Love Me’ Ad Firm Revealed: The president has spent $20 million in taxpayer money begging voters to adore him–but the company ...
thedailybeast.com/trumps-love-me-ad-blitz-firm-ditched-as-too-woke-by-former-dhs-secretary-kristi-noem/
Celebrities: Former US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem files for divorce: Noem's husband Bryon was involved in a fetish scandal. Corinna ...
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In March, Kristi Noem had to vacate her post as US Secretary of Homeland Security. Now, the controversial politician is facing a personal separation: After… ... Show more
A senior official to Kristi Noem deliberately destroyed messages during a federal court battle over sweeping job cuts to its disaster response agency ... Show more
Tafoya blames Kristi Noem, Minnesota leadership for ICE rollout: Minnesota Republican Senate candidate Michele Tafoya on Sunday slammed her state’s leadership as ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6101001-taforya-criticizes-noem-immigration-rollout/
Horrific Images Reveal How ICE Barbie’s Lock-Up Held Immigrants: The conditions at the Florida detention center were “unprecedented.”
www2.thedailybeast.com/horrific-images-reveal-how-ice-barbies-lock-up-held-immigrants
Noem’s Rumored Lover Used His Power for Unprecedented Corruption: Corey Lewandowski, who is alleged to be in a relationship with former Homeland Security ...
newrepublic.com/post/215146/noem-lewandowski-dhs-power-corruption
ICE Barbie Has Bizarre Meltdown Over Family Drama: Kristi Noem was ready for a fight on her social media.
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-kristi-noem-has-bizarre-meltdown-over-family-drama/
Former FEMA administrator speaks out about Kristi Noem's downfall, deadly Texas flooding
abcnews.com/US/former-fema-administrator-speaks-kristi-noems-downfall-deadly/story
Kristi Noem Uses Mullin's Emergency Landing To Re-Up Request For New Plane
huffpost.com/entry/live-updates_n_6a956d45e4b07f4e6696ac03/liveblog_6a999905e4b0e51a2d91a175
Laura Loomer is MAGA’s last woman standing: The anti-Muslim activist outlasts Marjorie Taylor Greene and Kristi Noem in Trump loyalty race.
salon.com/2026/09/03/laura-loomer-is-magas-last-woman-standing/
Trump’s DHS Boss Slapped With Bombshell Demand Over Shock Jet Revelation: Lawmakers are trying to determine the point of having planes that barely fly.
thedailybeast.com/trumps-dhs-boss-slapped-with-bombshell-demand-over-shock-jet-revelation/
Immigration arrests soar, hitting 50,000 in July: Since taking over in March, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin has pivoted from the confrontational style of ...
npr.org/2026/08/26/nx-s1-5945127/immigration-arrests-record
Former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Gets Her Own Life-Sized Statue in South Dakota: Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem received her own life-sized ...
mediaite.com/media/news/former-dhs-secretary-kristi-noem-gets-her-own-life-sized-statue-in-south-dakota/
Key FactsBronze Statue Honoring Kristi Noem Unveiled in South Dakota
Aug 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- The life-sized bronze statue depicts Noem wearing a cowboy hat while riding a horse.
- Noem attended the unveiling, while her husband, Bryon Noem, was not present.
- According to Noem’s mother, the couple planned to divorce in July, but no public divorce filing had been made.
- Noem lost her position as homeland security secretary in March and was later appointed special envoy for the Shield of the Americas.
ICE Barbie’s Successor Blasted for Cosplay as Race Driver: “Adorable! The plumber’s son cosplaying as a race car driver,” quipped one sarcastic observer.
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbies-successor-blasted-for-cosplay-as-race-driver/
Key FactsMarkwayne Mullin Mocked Over Racing Driver Video
Aug 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- In the video posted online, Mullin thanked those involved and Donald Trump for their efforts to make the race possible, while critics accused him of posing as a racing driver.
- The reactions compared him with his predecessor Kristi Noem, who received the nickname ICE Barbie for uniformed photo opportunities.
- At the race held on August 23, the 1.7-mile course ran for 147 laps, exactly 250 miles, past landmarks in Washington, D.C.
- The U.S. administration is considering an annual event, Mike Johnson said he would support its return to Washington, D.C., and some residents left to avoid noise and road closures.
Markwayne Mullin and Kristi Noem Are Pointing Fingers at Each Other Over ‘Barely-Used’ $500M J ...
mediaite.com/media/news/markwayne-mullin-and-kristi-noem-are-pointing-fingers-at-each-other-over-barely-used-500m-jet-fleet/
A life-size bronze statue of former head of Homeland Security and ex-South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem was unveiled in Pierre as part of the state's Trail of ... Show more
Noem spent $464M on 10 jets for deportations before she was fired. They are shuttling Trump officials around instead
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/kristi-noem-dhs-planes-no-bid-contract-b3032627.html
Trump’s Deportation Ploy Blows Up in His Face: Last-ditch efforts to keep ICE out of the headlines appear to have been in vain.
thedailybeast.com/trumps-deportation-ploy-blows-up-in-his-face/
ICE Barbie’s Alleged Lover’s Desperate Trump Comeback Plot Revealed: Corey Lewandowski has floated a Senate primary challenge against a sitting Republican leader ...
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbies-alleged-lover-corey-lewandowskis-desperate-trump-comeback-plot-revealed/
Ex-Trump Advisor Looking to Get Back Into President’s ‘Good Graces’ with Potential Chall ...
mediaite.com/media/news/ex-trump-advisor-looking-to-get-back-into-presidents-good-graces-with-potential-challenge-to-thune-report/
MAGA Turns on ICE Barbie’s Successor: And a Republican rebel loses his spine: Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.
thedailybeast.substack.com/p/maga-turns-on-ice-barbies-successor
A Miami man has pleaded guilty to federal charges after posting threats against Marco Rubio and Kristi Noem, including one that said ... Show more
Man pleads guilty to posting online threat that Marco Rubio, Kristi Noem ‘will be executed’
Man pleads guilty to posting online threat that Marco Rubio, Kristi Noem ‘will be executed’
DHS finds itself back in the headlines after 3 fatal ICE encounters, in a test for Secretary Mullin
ctvnews.ca/world/article/dhs-finds-itself-back-in-the-headlines-after-3-fatal-ice-encounters-in-a-test-for-secretary-mullin/
Key FactsICE Arrests Surge Amid Fatal Shootings Controversy
Jul 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: commondreams.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: commondreams.org
- ICE is on pace for the highest arrest total in July 2026 during Trump’s second term.
- Homeland Security Secretary Mullin insists on escalating deportation efforts despite two recent fatal ICE shootings.
- Calls for reform and probes continue after two innocent men were killed by ICE officers.
- Only 14% of those detained in 2025 had violent crime convictions, while 40% faced no charges.
We're turning up the heat on the streets.— Markwayne Mullin, US Homeland Security Secretary, said this during remarks about ICE operations as the administration pushes to ramp up arrests.
Haitians can be deported when TPS ends, but still have long shot chance in court: The 350,000 Haitian TPS holders say ending TPS was motivated by racial ...
miamiherald.com/news/local/article316584747.html
Trump DHS Chief Faces Fresh MAGA Fury After Bombshell Leak : New immigration data will likely add to the crisis engulfing Markwayne Mullin.
thedailybeast.com/trump-dhs-chief-faces-fresh-maga-fury-after-bombshell-leak/
White House Insiders Reveal ICE Barbie’s Replacement Is Already in Trouble: Markwayne Mullin was only brought into the DHS in March.
thedailybeast.com/white-house-insiders-reveal-ice-barbie-kristi-noems-replacement-markwayne-mullin-is-already-in-trouble/
ACLU: Immigration agents used racial slurs to target Latinos during Southern California raids – Daily Breeze
dailybreeze.com/2026/07/28/aclu-immigration-agents-used-racial-slurs-to-target-latinos-during-southern-california-raids/
Knives Out for Mullin’s Deputy as Fresh DHS Chaos Is Leaked: Insiders say it was a mistake to bring back one of Kristi Noem’s deputies.
thedailybeast.com/knives-out-for-markwayne-mullins-deputy-troy-edgar-as-fresh-dhs-chaos-is-leaked/
ICE Barbie’s Secret China Cash Switch Revealed: The former secretary apparently had her own ideas about how congressional appropriations should be used.
thedailybeast.com/kristi-noems-secret-china-cash-switch-revealed/
Paid articlePaywall ICE Barbie’s $1B Failure Firm Faced Closure Threat After Basic Error: Salus, which already risks losing its contract to run self-deportations for Trump ...
thedailybeast.com/kristi-noems-1b-dhs-failure-firm-salus-worldwide-solutions-faced-closure-threat-after-basic-paperwork-error/
ICE Barbie’s Scandal-Hit $1B Failure Rocked by Exodus: Senior staffers are fleeing Salus as it risks losing its lucrative contract to run Donald Trump’s Project ...
thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-kristi-noems-scandal-hit-1bn-dhs-failure-rocked-by-exodus-at-salus/
Kristi Noem courted by critical minerals firms after DHS ouster: Kristi Noem’s tenure leading the DHS is over, but her services as an adviser to critical ...
financialpost.com/commodities/mining/kristi-noem-critical-minerals-firms
Kristi Noem is divorcing her husband after ‘bimbofication’ scandal, her mom reveals
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/kristi-noem-husband-divorce-scandal-b3012890.html