Kristi Noem prioritized immigration over everything else in homeland security’s large portfolio. That wasn’t her downfall
- Posted on March 7, 2026
- By CNN
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Kristi Noem prioritized immigration over everything else in homeland security’s large portfolio. That wasn’t her downfall

During her short-lived tenure, the DHS secretary faced heavy criticism for eroding the core capabilities of a massive department that houses over 20 high-profile agencies – including the TSA, the US Coast Guard and ICE.