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Homeland Security Secretary Noem Hospitalized After Allergic Reaction

6/18/2025

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was hospitalized in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday after suffering an allergic reaction. Thankfully, she is alert and on the mend, as confirmed by DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin. At 53, Noem, a former South Dakota governor, plays a pivotal role in shaping President Trump's immigration policies.

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was hospitalized in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday after suffering an allergic reaction. Thankfully, she is alert and on the mend, as confirmed by DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin. At 53, Noem, a former South Dakota governor, plays a pivotal role in shaping President Trump's immigration policies.