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DHS Secretary Noem Faces Backlash Amid Migrant Surge

2/8/2026

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  • Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces criticism amid anti-ICE protests and a shutdown, but remains confident in DHS's national security functions.
  • Her trip included assessing winter storm recovery and meeting Border Patrol agents.
  • Operation Metro Surge has led to the apprehension of 4,000 illegal migrants in Minneapolis, and two U.S. citizens were killed, prompting calls for Noem's resignation, while she says illegal crossings have decreased under her leadership.