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Kristi Noem Faces Backlash Amid Possible Primary Challenge

2/20/2026

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Kristi Noem, nicknamed "ICE Barbie," faces sharp criticism over Minnesota immigration enforcement after two U.S. citizens were killed.
Reports indicate she may leave President Donald Trump's Cabinet to challenge Sen. Mike Rounds in South Dakota's Republican primary.
More than 100 House Democrats support impeachment articles against her, citing obstruction of Congress and alleged self-dealing.
Noem must register for the primary and gather 2,171 signatures by next month.

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Kristi Noem, nicknamed "ICE Barbie," faces sharp criticism over Minnesota immigration enforcement after two U.S. citizens were killed.
Reports indicate she may leave President Donald Trump's Cabinet to challenge Sen. Mike Rounds in South Dakota's Republican primary.
More than 100 House Democrats support impeachment articles against her, citing obstruction of Congress and alleged self-dealing.
Noem must register for the primary and gather 2,171 signatures by next month.