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Kristi Noem & Markwayne Mullin

30 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026

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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem was fired from her position as Homeland Security Secretary due to mounting criticism over her leadership, particularly regarding immigration enforcement and disaster response. She was subsequently appointed as 'Special Envoy for The Shield of the Americas'.
Markwayne Mullin: Markwayne Mullin was nominated by Donald Trump to replace Kristi Noem as the United States Secretary of Homeland Security. He is expected to be confirmed by the United States — United States Senate and will oversee the department's operations.
Mar 05, 2026 · 66 articles
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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem is leaving her role as Homeland Security Secretary, a move that follows significant criticism of her immigration enforcement approach and management of the Department of Homeland Security.
Markwayne Mullin: Markwayne Mullin will become the United States Secretary of Homeland Security, effective March 31, 2026, taking over from Kristi Noem.
Mar 05, 2026 · 8 articles
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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem's previous leadership at the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security was criticized for bottlenecking United States — Federal Emergency Management Agency reimbursements and causing uncertainty in disaster response, leading to Markwayne Mullin's policy changes.
Markwayne Mullin: As the new Secretary of Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin is prioritizing disaster relief and considering changes to immigration enforcement, directly impacting the operations of United States — Federal Emergency Management Agency and United States — United States Customs and Border Protection.
Apr 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem, as former Homeland Secretary, oversaw the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security's $38.3 billion plan to purchase warehouses for immigrant detention, which is now under investigation for wastefulness and has been put on hold by her successor.
Markwayne Mullin: Markwayne Mullin, the successor to Kristi Noem as DHS Secretary, has put the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security's warehouse plan on hold and pledged to work with community leaders, indicating a shift in approach.
Jun 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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Kristi Noem: Former DHS Secretary Noem oversaw the contracts under investigation; she allegedly had an affair with Lewandowski and was ousted.
Markwayne Mullin: DHS Secretary Mullin has cooperated with investigators and briefed United States — White House officials; he rescinded Noem's centralized spending approval requirement.
Jul 11, 2026 · 6 articles
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Kristi Noem: Former DHS Secretary fired after earlier controversies; her aggressive style contrasts with Mullin's approach.
Markwayne Mullin: As DHS Secretary, Mullin faces his first major test balancing enforcement with public trust; his handling of the crisis will define his tenure.
Jul 07, 2026 · 114 articles
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Kristi Noem: As former DHS Secretary, Noem announced the termination of Ethiopia's TPS, citing improved conditions.
Markwayne Mullin: DHS Secretary Mullin warned affected Ethiopians to leave or face deportation, reinforcing enforcement.
Jun 30, 2020 · 20 articles
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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem, as former DHS Secretary, was unable to make an informed determination on Lebanon's TPS designation, contributing to the automatic extension.
Markwayne Mullin: Markwayne Mullin, as current DHS Secretary, was unable to make an informed determination on Lebanon's TPS designation, leading to the automatic extension.
May 27, 2026 · 12 articles
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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem was replaced as Homeland Security Secretary by Markwayne Mullin, indicating a shift in leadership within the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security.
Markwayne Mullin: Markwayne Mullin, as Homeland Security Secretary, was involved in the appointment of Rosario Vasquez, reflecting the administration's immigration policy.
Jun 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Kristi Noem: Former DHS Secretary Noem waived regulations to expedite wall construction, contributing to the legal challenge.
Markwayne Mullin: Current DHS Secretary Mullin continues the waiver policy and testified that the preliminary wall layer will be finished by mid-2027.
Jul 22, 2026 · 7 articles
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Kristi Noem: Former DHS Secretary Noem determined Haiti no longer met TPS requirements and announced the termination.
Markwayne Mullin: As DHS Secretary, Mullin received the letter from the Florida Health Care Association and oversaw the termination.
Aug 05, 2026 · 20 articles
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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem, former Homeland Security Secretary, oversaw a period of high-visibility surge operations by United States — United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement that often led to clashes.
Markwayne Mullin: Markwayne Mullin, Kristi Noem's successor, indicated a shift to a lower-profile approach for immigration enforcement while still adhering to Donald Trump's priorities.
Jul 02, 2026 · 25 articles
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Kristi Noem: As former Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem's tenure was associated with aggressive steps to rein in United States — Federal Emergency Management Agency and her appointment of Gregg Phillips made headlines due to his past statements, contributing to the chaotic stories the new leadership is trying to avoid.
Markwayne Mullin: As the new Homeland Security Secretary, Markwayne Mullin has indicated a new direction for the agency, including efforts to steer it away from chaotic stories and reversing several of Kristi Noem's key directives, which led to Gregg Phillips's ouster.
Jun 25, 2026 · 9 articles
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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem was ousted as the leader of the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security by Donald Trump during the shutdown.
Markwayne Mullin: Markwayne Mullin, the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security Secretary, warned that critical operating funds were dwindling and expressed that the shutdown 'NEVER should have happened'.
Apr 30, 2026 · 35 articles
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Kristi Noem: Kristi Noem>>> is mentioned as the predecessor to Markwayne Mullin>>> in the role of Homeland Security Secretary.
May 21, 2026 · 13 articles
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Feb 12, 2026 · 29 articles
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Markwayne Mullin: Markwayne Mullin smoothly transferred into the role of Homeland Security Secretary after Kristi Noem's removal, contrasting with the turmoil surrounding Pam Bondi's departure.
Apr 02, 2026 · 123 articles
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Mar 31, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mar 23, 2026 · 20 articles
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Mar 24, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mar 24, 2026 · 7 articles
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Mar 22, 2026 · 15 articles
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Mar 21, 2026 · 14 articles
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Mar 18, 2026 · 14 articles
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May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
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May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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May 01, 2026 · 39 articles
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Apr 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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Jun 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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