Kristi Noem rejects criticism she’s ‘cosplaying’ in DHS role

Published April 9, 2025 10:52pm ET



Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has dismissed notions that she is “cosplaying” in her position as chief of the Department of Homeland Security.

Noem was asked on Jesse Watters Primetime what she would say to those who’ve criticized her for wearing tactical gear in her appearances working alongside DHS special agents.

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