Secretary of Homeland Security

Kristi Noem

Republican · South Dakota

Former Governor of South Dakota (2019–2025), known for refusing COVID lockdowns. Former member of Congress. Confirmed as Secretary of Homeland Security leading mass deportation operations, Title 8 enforcement, and border wall construction.

Record

Hawkish immigration enforcement secretary leading mass deportation operations and border militarization. Partners with the military for border operations. Focuses on fentanyl interdiction, human trafficking disruption, and dismantling criminal cartels.

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