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Kristi Noem Dismissed: LGBTQ+ Celebrates at GLAAD Awards

3/7/2026

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Kristi Noem was dismissed from her role as U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The dismissal coincided with the 37th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, where LGBTQ+ celebrities expressed joy over her departure.
Notable reactions came from Laverne Cox and Miles Heizer, who made pointed remarks about Noem's past actions.
The awards' atmosphere was celebratory, reflecting a consensus among attendees regarding Noem's exit.

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Kristi Noem was dismissed from her role as U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The dismissal coincided with the 37th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, where LGBTQ+ celebrities expressed joy over her departure.
Notable reactions came from Laverne Cox and Miles Heizer, who made pointed remarks about Noem's past actions.
The awards' atmosphere was celebratory, reflecting a consensus among attendees regarding Noem's exit.