Dems put Noem on notice
Summary
Democrats say they plan to investigate the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement policies and the Department of Homeland Security if they gain control of Congress. Their proposed inquiries include deaths in DHS custody, detention spending, Kristi Noem’s agency decisions, alleged conflicts of interest, and ICE use-of-force incidents.Key Facts
- President Trump fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in March, and Markwayne Mullin replaced her.
- Rep. Bennie Thompson said he would prioritize investigations into deaths in DHS custody and during arrests.
- Thompson also identified alleged financial corruption and oversight of DHS spending as priorities.
- Democrats have pointed to spending on ICE detention facilities, including Alligator Alcatraz, and warehouse purchases for review.
- They also want to examine Noem’s purchase of private jets, which she said could be used for deportation flights.
- Democrats plan to scrutinize alleged conflicts of interest involving Noem adviser Corey Lewandowski, who has denied wrongdoing.
- Their proposed inquiries include ICE use-of-force incidents and a whistleblower complaint about training for newly hired agents.
- DHS general counsel James Percival criticized the proposed investigations, while the White House called them sham investigations.
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