President-elect Donald Trump has nominated South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem for Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS), a role he believes suits her strong stance on border security.
In his announcement, Trump praised Noem for her actions in supporting border enforcement, noting she was the first governor to send National Guard troops to Texas to combat the Biden administration’s handling of the border crisis. Trump expressed confidence that Noem, along with Border Czar Tom Homan, would work tirelessly to secure the U.S. border and protect the homeland from foreign threats.
Noem, accepting the nomination, expressed gratitude for the opportunity, emphasizing her commitment to making America safe again. She also looked forward to collaborating with Homan to ensure border security and restore safety in American communities.
Rumors of Noem’s nomination had circulated earlier, with sources speculating that her pick would align well with Trump’s broader immigration-focused agenda. Trump’s previous hires, like Stephen Miller and Tom Homan, were known for their hardline stance on immigration, and Noem’s selection is seen as complementary to this approach, despite her limited involvement in broader immigration policy issues beyond concerns over H-2B visa workers. Her nomination now awaits U.S. Senate approval.
