Gov. Noem Confirms President In Charge Of Border Security

Bryon Noem listens to his wife South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be Secretary of Homeland Security, appear before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental A

During her confirmation hearing, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem addressed questions regarding the dynamic between the Department of Homeland Security and President-elect Donald Trump's selection of Tom Homan as his border czar. The discussion centered around the ultimate responsibility for border security.

Noem emphasized that the President would be in charge of the border, indicating that Tom Homan, as the border czar, would have a direct line to the President and serve as an adviser. She clarified that if confirmed, she would be responsible for the authorities and actions taken by the Department of Homeland Security.