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Homeland Security's Kristi Noem faces rising calls for her firing or impeachment

Homeland Security's Kristi Noem faces rising calls for her firing or impeachment

Summary

Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, is facing calls to resign after two people protesting deportation policy were shot and killed in Minneapolis. Many leaders and advocacy groups, including Democrats in Congress, are urging her to step down. Few Republican leaders have shown support for her in this situation.

Key Facts

  • Kristi Noem is the Secretary of Homeland Security.
  • Two protesters were shot and killed in Minneapolis.
  • These protesters were against deportation policy.
  • Democratic leaders and advocacy groups want Noem to resign.
  • There is a lack of support from Republican leaders for Noem.
  • The Trust and credibility of the Trump administration are being questioned.
  • House representatives Hakeem Jeffries, Katherine Clark, and Pete Aguilar issued a statement criticizing the Department of Homeland Security.

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