Capitol Rift Deepens Over Noem as DHS Backlash Triggers Funding Showdown

In the wake of a Minneapolis shooting tied to DHS operations, Republicans like John Thune refrain from backing Kristi Noem, while Thom Tillis says she should be ousted and Democrats threaten impeachment if Trump doesn’t fire her. The dispute centers on DHS leadership and immigration enforcement as lawmakers push to strip or renegotiate DHS funding from a larger six-bill package, risking a partial government shutdown. House Democrats are also planning impeachment discussions, and multiple hearings are scheduled to scrutinize DHS officials, signaling a broad Capitol fight over Noem’s leadership and immigration policy.