U.S. President Donald Trump has removed Kristi Noem from her position as Secretary of Homeland Security. The move comes as the Trump administration continues to reshuffle key personnel, signaling potential shifts in policy priorities. Trump announced on Truth Social that Noem will be taking on a new role as Special Envoy for the Shield America project, focused on securing the Western Hemisphere.
Senator Markwayne Mullin, representing the state of Oklahoma, will succeed Noem as the new Secretary of Homeland Security, according to the announcement. This appointment follows recent reports of turmoil within the Department of Homeland Security, as detailed by CNBC. The change in leadership at DHS could have implications for border security, counterterrorism efforts and the administration’s overall approach to national security.
News of Noem’s ousting and Mullin’s appointment was first reported on March 5, 2026. Fox News detailed the recent turmoil surrounding the department, which may have contributed to the decision. Further details regarding the scope of Noem’s new role as Special Envoy are expected to be released in the coming days, as reported by The New York Times.
