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Lawmakers Mock Noem Over Canine-Cruelty Bill Controversy

11/19/2025

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During a November 18, 2025 House committee meeting, U.S. Rep. Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.) mocked Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over a canine-cruelty bill.
He proposed renaming the bill the “Kristi Noem Canine Relief Act” to reference Cricket and her admitted dog-killing.
Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) supported Goldman and called for universal condemnation of animal cruelty.
The committee later tweeted “#JusticeForCricket” to emphasize their stance on animal treatment.

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During a November 18, 2025 House committee meeting, U.S. Rep. Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.) mocked Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over a canine-cruelty bill.
He proposed renaming the bill the “Kristi Noem Canine Relief Act” to reference Cricket and her admitted dog-killing.
Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) supported Goldman and called for universal condemnation of animal cruelty.
The committee later tweeted “#JusticeForCricket” to emphasize their stance on animal treatment.