South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary, will likely face questions on her qualifications and how she intends to close the U.S. southern border and deport millions of illegal immigrants.
The DHS encompasses Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Border Patrol, and several other agencies, including the U.S. Secret Service and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Noem’s confirmation hearing before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Jan. 17.
Some political observers were surprised by Noem’s nomination, questioning whether she has the necessary experience….