Summary
Minnesota leaders responded to the firing of Kristi Noem from her position as head of the Department of Homeland Security. President Donald Trump announced Markwayne Mullin as her replacement. Noem faced criticism over her handling of an immigration crackdown and incidents involving the deaths of two American citizens in Minneapolis.
Key Facts
- Kristi Noem was removed as the head of the Department of Homeland Security.
- President Donald Trump nominated Markwayne Mullin, an Oklahoma senator, to replace her.
- Noem faced criticism for her handling of immigration and the deaths of two citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz called for a complete overhaul of the DHS following Noem's firing.
- Minneapolis Mayor expressed approval of Noem's departure by saying “Good riddance.”
- Senator Amy Klobuchar questioned Noem’s actions regarding Pretti’s death in a Senate hearing.
- House member Angie Craig demanded accountability and opposed Mullin’s nomination without changes in DHS policies.
