Trump Picks Kristi Noem to Serve as His Homeland Security Secretary

The decision comes as a surprise to many, as Noem has no prior experience in homeland security.

President Trump has tapped Kristi Noem, the governor of South Dakota, to serve as his next Homeland Security secretary, according to multiple reports. The decision comes as a surprise to many, as Noem has no prior experience in homeland security. She is a Republican who has served as governor of South Dakota since 2019.

Noem is a conservative who has been a vocal supporter of Trump.

Noem is a conservative who has been a vocal supporter of Trump. She has praised his policies on immigration, trade, and national security. She is also a member of the National Rifle Association (NRA) and has been endorsed by the group.

She has also been critical of the media and has accused them of being biased against Trump.

Noem has also been critical of the media and has accused them of being biased against Trump. She has said that the media is "out to get" Trump and that they are trying to "destroy" him.

Noem's nomination is likely to face scrutiny from Democrats.

Noem's nomination is likely to face scrutiny from Democrats, who are likely to question her qualifications for the job. They may also criticize her for her support of Trump and her views on immigration and national security.

It is unclear if Noem will be confirmed by the Senate.

It is unclear if Noem will be confirmed by the Senate. Republicans control the Senate, but it is possible that some Republicans could vote against her nomination. If she is not confirmed, Trump will need to find another candidate to serve as Homeland Security secretary.