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Republican Senators Demand Noem Resignation After Fatal Shootings

1/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

After the fatal shootings of two anti-ICE protesters in Minnesota, Republican Senators Thom Tillis and Lisa Murkowski called for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign.
Tillis said he has a loss of confidence in Noem and criticized her leadership, including labeling deceased as "domestic terrorists."
Murkowski urged accountability for Noem's handling of the situation.
Noem is scheduled to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on March 3 amid scrutiny.

History

Historical Context

The 2018 protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) emerged from the Trump administration's family separation policy, which led to over 2,000 children being separated from their parents. Activists, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, called for abolishing ICE, reflecting a broader demand for accountability in immigration enforcement and civil rights, echoing historical tensions between law enforcement and social justice movements.

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Story summary

After the fatal shootings of two anti-ICE protesters in Minnesota, Republican Senators Thom Tillis and Lisa Murkowski called for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign.
Tillis said he has a loss of confidence in Noem and criticized her leadership, including labeling deceased as "domestic terrorists."
Murkowski urged accountability for Noem's handling of the situation.
Noem is scheduled to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on March 3 amid scrutiny.

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