Trump picks Kristi Noem for Homeland Security Secretary, sources reveal
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 - US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to serve as the next Homeland Security Secretary, according to two sources familiar with the decision. Noem, who is currently serving her second four-year term as South Dakota's governor, gained national attention after her firm stance against implementing a statewide mask mandate during the Covid-19 pandemic.
In a surprising move, Noem disclosed in a memoir that she had to euthanize an "untrainable" dog on her family farm, a revelation that sparked controversy and led to a decline in her standing with some of Trump's advisers. Despite her previous considerations as a potential vice presidential candidate, this incident seemed to have affected her reputation within Trump's circle.
The Department of Homeland Security oversees a wide range of critical functions including border protection, immigration policies, disaster response, and the US Secret Service.
As part of his administration's efforts, Trump recently appointed Tom Homan as the incoming "border czar," with a focus on deporting illegal immigrants deemed threats to public safety and national security.
Reports suggest that Trump is also expected to nominate US Senator Marco Rubio as his secretary of state, indicating a series of strategic appointments to key positions within the administration.
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