Kristi Noem Net Worth as DHS Set to Temporarily Shut Down
Summary
Congress needs to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by the end of the week to prevent a shutdown. The debate centers around funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with Democrats and Republicans unable to reach an agreement. Kristi Noem, a key figure in this situation, has been in the spotlight for her personal finances.Key Facts
- The DHS needs funding by the end of the week to avoid shutdown.
- Democrats want new limits on ICE operations, while Republicans prefer a clean funding bill.
- The debate follows recent scrutiny of ICE after fatal shootings in Minneapolis.
- Kristi Noem, the Secretary of DHS, has a net worth of about $5 million.
- Noem's wealth includes income from her husband's insurance company and various investments.
- During past government shutdowns, essential DHS employees worked without pay.
- Around 270,000 DHS employees are considered essential and would continue to work without pay during a shutdown.
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