Kristi Noem ousting rumors shake Capitol Hill amid replacement speculation

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00:00Rumors are swirling that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem may be on her way out.

00:05Why does this matter?

00:06Well, DHS is the agency at the center of immigration enforcement and national security,

00:10so if Noem goes, it could reshape how the administration handles deportation,

00:14cybersecurity, and terrorism threats.

00:16The White House is pushing back hard, saying Noem's not going anywhere,

00:20and praising her work on border security.

00:21But Politico says they spoke with 17 insiders who claim there are already names being floated as possible replacements.

00:27The shortlist?

00:28Former Utah Congressman Jason Schaffetz, now a Fox News contributor,

00:32and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, whose term is ending soon.

00:35Now, Jason Schaffetz, with his background in Congress and journalism,

00:38would likely bring a more outspoken, media-driven style to the DHS.

00:41Glenn Youngkin, coming straight from the governor's office,

00:44could emphasize executive management and coalition building.

00:46So, officially, Noem's still on the job.

00:48Unofficially, the gossip mill is buzzing, and any timing of any move is unclear.

00:52But this is important because DHS decisions ripple across immigration, security, and everyday life.

00:58But what do you think? Should Noem stay on for stability, or is it time for new leadership?

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