Kristi Noem Faces Brutal Attacks in C-SPAN Hearing
On December 11, 2025, her testimony before the House Homeland Security Committee turned into a political bloodbath. The hearing, titled “Worldwide Threats to the Homeland,” was supposed to address cartel violence, fentanyl, and cyber threats from China. Instead, Democrats like Ranking Member Bennie Thompson turned it into a personal assault, demanding her immediate resignation for what they called “corruption, lies, and lawlessness” at DHS. Thompson opened with a direct call: “Rather than wasting more time with corruption, I call on you to resign.” Kristi Noem, the former South Dakota governor and Trump’s hardline DHS pick, defended her record but faced relentless grilling over deportations and policy overreach. The session, broadcast live on C-SPAN, drew millions of viewers and sparked viral outrage on social media.
Kristi Noem Accused of Deporting U.S. Veterans
Thompson zeroed in on a damning issue: the deportation of U.S. military veterans under her watch. He accused DHS of removing eight veterans since January 2025, waving official letters as proof. “Your agency is tearing apart families who served this country,” Thompson thundered. Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-RI) amplified the attack by connecting her to live via Zoom to an Army veteran deported to South Korea out of fear for his Irish-citizen wife. The veteran, speaking from Seoul, described his nightmare: “I served in Iraq, and now I’m banned from the country I defended because of your policies.” Kristi Noem flatly denied it, stating, “We have not deported any U.S. citizens or military veterans.” Magaziner immediately countered with a September 2, 2025, letter from Kristi Noem herself admitting the eight removals. “That’s a blatant lie,” Magaziner shot back, as the room gasped. The exchange, captured in full on C-SPAN, went viral, with #NoemLies trending and clips amassing over 5 million views on X within hours.
Kristi Noem Defends Mass Deportations and Alien Enemies Act
She used her opening statement to boast about the Trump administration’s immigration wins, claiming a 90% drop in migrant encounters at the border since January and record fentanyl seizures. She highlighted the controversial use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport 130 Venezuelan nationals suspected of Tren de Aragua gang ties to El Salvador’s CECOT mega-prison. “We’re finally securing our homeland from these threats,” Kristi Noem declared, framing the policy as essential to combating cartel incursions and homegrown terrorism. Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-MI) pushed back, calling it “paramilitary overreach” and questioning the ethics of shipping migrants to foreign prisons without due process. She stood firm, arguing that “gang members aren’t entitled to endless appeals” and that DHS had followed the law meticulously. Republicans like Chairman Mark Green (R-TN) applauded her resolve, but Democrats decried it as cruel, noting ACLU lawsuits alleging 500+ wrongful detentions of legal residents under her leadership. The debate underscored the partisan chasm, with the hearing straying far from its global threats agenda.
Kristi Noem Hit by “Exorcist” Protesters Mid-Testimony
Drama peaked when two anti-ICE protesters disrupted her remarks. One, dressed as a Catholic cardinal waving a cross, shouted, “The power of Christ compels you!”—a line from The Exorcist repurposed as a jab at perceived “demonic” policies. The second, from Code Pink, joined with “Stop ICE Raids!” as they held signs condemning family separations. Capitol Police tackled and removed them swiftly, but the scene played out live on C-SPAN, drawing gasps and murmurs. She remained composed, smirking slightly before resuming, but the interruption electrified the room. Republicans decried it as “disrespectful theater,” while Democrats like Rep. Julie Johnson (D-TX) later praised the activists for spotlighting “human suffering” from raids. The viral clip, shared millions of times, turned her into a meme icon, with X users overlaying exorcism scenes on her testimony.
Kristi Noem Abruptly Walks Out After Two Hours of Grilling
The hearing’s turning point came around the two-hour mark, as Rep. Shri Thanedar bore down on family separations. She glanced at her phone and announced, “I must excuse myself for an urgent FEMA review council meeting.” The chamber fell silent, then exploded in crosstalk. Thompson quipped, “Running from the hot seat, Madam Secretary?” Kristi Noem, flanked by aides, gathered her papers and strode out without another word, leaving her chair empty. Democrats pounced, with Magaziner tweeting, “Kristi Noem just fled accountability.” The walkout, timed for maximum drama, fueled immediate backlash and embarrassed the Trump administration, with even some GOP members privately fuming.
Kristi Noem’s FEMA Excuse Collapses Within Hours
Hours after the hearing, a DHS spokesperson admitted the FEMA meeting had been canceled—a “scheduling mix-up,” they claimed. Critics weren’t buying it, flooding C-SPAN clips with captions like “Noem’s great escape.” The revelation amplified resignation calls, with Thompson vowing to subpoena DHS records on veteran deportations and prison contracts. Social media memes of Kristi Noem fleeing proliferated, turning the moment into a cultural punchline.
Kristi Noem’s Record Under Fire: The Numbers
Her tenure has seen 1 million+ deportations, a 90% drop in border encounters, and record fentanyl seizures—but also 500+ alleged wrongful detentions, $2 billion in private prison spending, and eight deported veterans. A September GAO report flagged inefficiencies, while ACLU lawsuits mount over family separations revived from the Obama era.
Kristi Noem and 2028 Presidential Rumors
POLITICO’s December 10 report revealed Trump aides brainstorming successors, as she eyes a 2028 run. Trump defended her Wednesday: “I’m thrilled with Kristi—the border’s safer than ever.” But allies like Sen. Rick Scott offered tepid praise.
Kristi Noem’s Future in Trump Cabinet
Democrats promise subpoenas and a January hearing.She fights on, but the C-SPAN walkout has made her the administration’s biggest liability.
She aimed to be Trump’s enforcer. After today’s meltdown, she’s battling to survive.
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