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Tempers flared and voices rose as a House hearing on national security turned into a battleground over leadership at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
During a House Homeland Security Committee session on “Worldwide Threats to the Homeland” held on Thursday, Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS) unleashed a scathing critique of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, calling for her immediate resignation amid accusations of mismanagement and legal breaches, while protests and policy debates added fuel to an already fiery exchange, as Fox News reports.
Thompson didn’t hold back in his opening remarks, accusing Noem of prioritizing personal gain over national interests and weakening the very agency tasked with protecting the homeland.
Thompson’s Harsh Words Spark Controversy
“You have systematically dismantled the Department of Homeland Security, put your own interests above the department, and violated the law,” Thompson declared, his words cutting through the room like a knife.
Let’s unpack that: while criticism of bureaucratic leadership isn’t new, alleging outright lawbreaking and sabotage of national safety is a bold claim that demands serious evidence — something notably absent from the public record so far.
Thompson doubled down, urging Noem to step aside rather than “waste time” with what he called corruption and lies, a rhetorical jab that seemed more suited for a campaign trail than a committee hearing.
Protesters Disrupt Hearing with Anti-ICE Chants
As if the tension wasn’t thick enough, protesters stormed the scene during Noem’s opening statement, shouting slogans against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and its enforcement policies.
Capitol Police swiftly moved in, escorting the demonstrators out of the room and detaining them, but not before their chants of opposition echoed through the chamber, underscoring the deep public divide on immigration policy.
Noem, flanked by National Counterterrorism Center director Joe Kent and FBI National Security Branch operations director Michael Glasheen, kept her composure despite the interruptions and personal barbs.
Noem Defends Record Amid Personal Moment
A lighter, yet poignant moment came when Noem noted that one of her grandchildren, present in the audience, was visibly upset by Thompson’s sharp words — a subtle reminder that political battles often spill over into personal realms.
“I don’t think she agreed with him,” Noem quipped, injecting a touch of humor into an otherwise contentious atmosphere, though the underlying message was clear: harsh rhetoric has a human cost.
Turning to policy, Noem pushed back hard against her critics, outlining DHS efforts to secure the southern border, tackle transnational crime, curb the flow of dangerous drugs, restore order to immigration systems, and shield critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
National Security Risks Loom Large
Looking ahead, Noem emphasized the heightened risks facing the nation, particularly with major events like the World Cup and the country’s 250th birthday celebration on the horizon in 2026.
She assured lawmakers that DHS is pulling out all stops, deploying every resource and authority to safeguard citizens and visitors during these high-profile gatherings, which could attract a range of threats from bad actors.
Meanwhile, whispers of Noem’s potential replacement by President Donald Trump have swirled in recent days, though Trump himself squashed such talk, praising her as “fantastic,” while Noem reaffirmed her commitment to serve at his discretion in a separate interview with Fox News.
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