Today’s news
Dem Rep. Raskin Vows Investigation Into Noem's Alleged Channeling of Hundreds of Millions to 'Friends and Intimates'
Raskin says oversight is needed to reclaim funds potentially misused by former DHS Secretary Noem.

Airports See Hourslong Security Delays Amid DHS Shutdown
Travelers faced long waits at checkpoints in Houston and New Orleans due to staffing shortages.
Tillis Welcomes Noem's Departure from DHS
The North Carolina senator says Noem lacked the experience to lead the Department of Homeland Security.
Recent news
Mar. 8, 2026
Tillis calls on Miller to depart White House: 'Out of his depth'
The North Carolina senator says the White House deputy chief of staff has an 'outsized influence' and has been 'repeatedly responsible for embarrassments'.
Mar. 6, 2026
Democrat Welch praises Trump's DHS pick Mullin as 'competent,' 'honest'
Sen. Peter Welch says Mullin will be confirmed to replace Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary.
Mar. 6, 2026
Ex-DOJ Prosecutor Slams Noem's DHS Tenure: 'One Sickening Moment Should Have Been the End'
Former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance says Kristi Noem should have been fired long before now as DHS head.
Mar. 6, 2026
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Fired by Trump
Reasons for dismissal remain unclear, but include allegations of misconduct and mismanagement
Mar. 6, 2026
Trump Ousts Kristi Noem from Homeland Security Post
Former South Dakota governor faced criticism over her handling of ICE operations and self-promotion
Mar. 6, 2026
Defense Secretary Hegseth Criticized for Aggressive Rhetoric
Concerns raised about Hegseth's leadership and fitness to oversee the U.S. military
Mar. 5, 2026
Kristi Noem Ousted as DHS Secretary After Trump Advertising Scandal
Noem's claim that Trump approved $220 million ad campaign was the 'last straw' for the president, say GOP senators.
Mar. 5, 2026
Noem Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Lewandowski Affair at Hearing
Homeland Security Secretary avoids direct denial of personal relationship with top adviser during tense congressional testimony.
Mar. 5, 2026
Republicans Cite Iran War to Push for Homeland Security Funding
GOP lawmakers invoke threat of retaliation as they seek to break Democratic opposition to DHS budget bill.
Mar. 5, 2026
House Dems Grill Homeland Security Chief Noem
Allegations of misconduct, Minneapolis killings, and citizen detentions under scrutiny
Mar. 5, 2026
Noem Defends Homeland Security Department After Shooting Deaths
Homeland Security Secretary faces scrutiny from Congress over immigration enforcement tactics and spending
Mar. 5, 2026
Homeland Security Chief Noem Rejects Question About Relationship With Adviser Lewandowski
Noem calls question about alleged affair “tabloid garbage” during House hearing.
Mar. 5, 2026
Trump Considering Replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem
President reportedly unhappy with Noem's congressional testimony, looking at potential replacements
Mar. 5, 2026
House to Vote on War Powers, DHS Funding as Shutdown Continues
Senate vote on ending government shutdown also planned amid tensions over Trump's Iran actions
Mar. 4, 2026
Minnesota Governor Contradicts Court on Feeding Our Future Payments
Rep. Jim Jordan grills Gov. Tim Walz over conflicting claims about a court order to continue funding a charity accused of fraud
Mar. 4, 2026
Hugo Woman Accused of Threatening State Lawmakers
Protective orders filed after alleged voicemail threats to Republican representatives
Mar. 4, 2026
Senate Grills Homeland Security Chief Noem Over Minneapolis Deaths
Noem faces bipartisan criticism over ICE operations and Trump's mass deportation agenda
Mar. 4, 2026
Homeland Security Chief Noem Faces Bipartisan Criticism Over ICE Turmoil
Noem testifies before Senate Judiciary Committee amid funding impasse and concerns over immigration enforcement operations.
Mar. 4, 2026
Johnson Urges Scrutiny of Lawmakers' Votes on DHS Funding
Speaker calls on public to watch how representatives vote on critical homeland security bill
Mar. 4, 2026
Homeland Security Chief Grilled Over ICE Shootings, Funding Impasse
Kristi Noem faces bipartisan criticism in Senate Judiciary Committee hearing