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Secretary Noem Hospitalized After Allergic Reaction Amid Controversy

6/20/2025

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U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was hospitalized Tuesday after suffering an allergic reaction, but she is on the mend. The former South Dakota governor, who has been a staunch advocate for immigration enforcement, recently sparked controversy when Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed from her press conference, highlighting the tensions surrounding her policies.

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U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was hospitalized Tuesday after suffering an allergic reaction, but she is on the mend. The former South Dakota governor, who has been a staunch advocate for immigration enforcement, recently sparked controversy when Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed from her press conference, highlighting the tensions surrounding her policies.