Senate confirms Noem as Trump’s homeland security secretary
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate confirmed Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary on Saturday, putting the South Dakota governor in charge of a sprawling agency that is essential to national security and President Donald Trump’s plans to clamp down on illegal immigration.
Senate confirms Kristi Noem as DHS Secretary
WASHINGTON (CBS, KYMA/KECY) - The Senate confirmed Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary on Saturday by a 59-34 vote, putting the South Dakota governor in charge of a sprawling agency that is essential to national security and President Donald Trump's plans to clamp down on illegal immigration.
The former Fox News host faced allegations about sexual assault and excessive drinking, which he called smears.
The unusually narrow confirmation came after questions from members in both parties over Hegseth’s qualifications.
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