- Donald Trump fired Kristi Noem as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, ending her year-long tenure.
- Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin has been nominated by Trump to replace Noem.
- Noem's departure follows combative congressional hearings, where she faced bipartisan criticism over the fatal shootings of two protesters and her handling of multi-million dollar advertising contracts.
- Trump stated he did not approve a $200 million ad campaign featuring Noem, contradicting her testimony and appearing to be the final reason for her dismissal.
- Under Noem, DHS expanded detention centers and hired more immigration enforcement officers, leading to accusations of brutal force and mass detentions.
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