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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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J. Alas

Who Is 'ICE Barbie' Kristi Noem? Homeland Secretary Endorses Bizarre Reality Show Where Migrants Compete for Citizenship

Kristi Noem has been picked by US President-elect Donald Trump as the next secretary of Homeland Security (Photo: South Dakota Governor Website)

A US government official known for her flamboyant style and attention-grabbing stunts now wants to turn the immigration process into a televised competition.

Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security since January 2025, is pushing a plan that sounds more like a parody than policy. Her endorsement of a reality show where migrants compete for quick citizenship has sparked both intrigue and controversy across political and public spheres.

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