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Impeachment Push Against Noem Gains 102 Co-Sponsors

1/23/2026

Summary

Story summary

The impeachment effort against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has gained traction with 102 co-sponsors.
Rep. Robin Kelly introduced the resolution, citing obstruction of Congress and constitutional rights violations after Renee Nicole Good's fatal shooting by an ICE agent.
Critics, including Rep. Yassamin Ansari, label Noem incompetent and call for resignation.
Even with Democratic support, Republican-controlled House could stall advancement as centrists question impeachment against President Donald Trump's immigration policies.

History

Historical Context

In December 1998, President Bill Clinton was impeached by the House of Representatives on charges of perjury and obstruction of justice, stemming from the Clinton–Lewinsky scandal. This marked him as only the second U.S. president impeached, following Andrew Johnson in 1868. The current impeachment efforts against Secretary Kristi Noem reflect ongoing partisan conflicts and concerns over government accountability in immigration enforcement.

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Story summary

The impeachment effort against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has gained traction with 102 co-sponsors.
Rep. Robin Kelly introduced the resolution, citing obstruction of Congress and constitutional rights violations after Renee Nicole Good's fatal shooting by an ICE agent.
Critics, including Rep. Yassamin Ansari, label Noem incompetent and call for resignation.
Even with Democratic support, Republican-controlled House could stall advancement as centrists question impeachment against President Donald Trump's immigration policies.

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