South Dakota Politicians Weigh In On HSS Kristi Noem

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South Dakota politicians are weighing in as former Governor Kristi Noem, now serving as Homeland Security Secretary, finds herself embroiled in controversy. Democratic Senate candidate Julian Beaudion says Noem is not fulfilling her role and is actually doing the opposite, while other commentary falls along party lines. An effort to impeach Noem is gaining steam in the House, and Democrats in the Senate are threatening a government shutdown over funding to her Department of Homeland Security, following the shooting deaths of two Minneapolis protesters by ICE agents.

Why it matters

Noem's performance as Homeland Security Secretary has become a major political issue in South Dakota, with both parties taking strong stances. The potential impeachment and funding showdown reflect the deep partisan divisions over her leadership and the broader debate around immigration enforcement and protesters' rights.

The details

Since the start of the new year, two Minneapolis protesters have been shot and killed by ICE agents, further fueling the controversy around Noem's tenure as Homeland Security Secretary. Democratic Senate candidate Julian Beaudion has been vocal in his criticism, saying Noem is not fulfilling her role and is actually doing the opposite. An effort to impeach Noem is gaining steam in the House, while Democrats in the Senate are threatening a government shutdown over funding to her Department of Homeland Security.

• Since the start of the new year, two Minneapolis protesters have been shot and killed by ICE agents.

What they’re saying

What’s next

An effort to impeach Noem is gaining steam in the House, while Democrats in the Senate are threatening a government shutdown over funding to her Department of Homeland Security.