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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Hannah Schoenbaum and Sarah Raza

Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem files for divorce from her husband of 34 years

Kristi Noem Divorce - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has filed for divorce from her husband of 34 years.

Noem, who was tasked with leading President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown from January 2025 to March 2026 and previously served as South Dakota's governor, is seeking a divorce from Bryon Noem in their home state. The two married in May 1992 and have three children.

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