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Fetterman Urges Trump to Fire 'Incompetent' DHS Chief Noem

1/29/2026

Summary

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Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) urges U.S. President Donald Trump to dismiss Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Fetterman warns that not acting would repeat past mistakes and undermine Trump's immigration legacy, calling Noem 'grossly incompetent'.
He says he will not back a shutdown to push immigration reforms, noting it would not defund ICE.
The remarks followed the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a DHS officer, intensifying immigration enforcement scrutiny.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson, abolished national origin quotas that had restricted immigration since the 1920s. This landmark legislation allowed for increased immigration from Asia and Latin America, with over 300,000 immigrants arriving annually. The act's legacy continues to influence contemporary debates on immigration policy, as highlighted by Senator John Fetterman's recent criticisms.

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Story summary

Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) urges U.S. President Donald Trump to dismiss Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Fetterman warns that not acting would repeat past mistakes and undermine Trump's immigration legacy, calling Noem 'grossly incompetent'.
He says he will not back a shutdown to push immigration reforms, noting it would not defund ICE.
The remarks followed the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a DHS officer, intensifying immigration enforcement scrutiny.

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