Summary
Kristi Noem, in her final role as secretary of Homeland Security, helped create an agreement allowing the U.S. to deport immigrants to Costa Rica. Now working as a special envoy, Noem signed the deal, which Costa Rica confirmed and sets conditions for accepting these individuals.
Key Facts
- Kristi Noem was secretary of Homeland Security before taking a new role.
- She signed a deal for the U.S. to deport immigrants to Costa Rica.
- Costa Rica can decide whether to accept or reject immigrants sent by the U.S.
- Costa Rican Public Security Minister Mario Zamora Cordero confirmed the deal.
- Noem now works as "Shield of the Americas" envoy with the U.S. State Department.
- She visited Costa Rica to finalize the agreement.
