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Homeland Security's Katie Zacharia Resigns After Trump’s Shakeup

4/1/2026

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Katie Zacharia resigned from the Department of Homeland Security on April 1, 2026.
The resignation followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s dismissal of Kristi Noem as DHS secretary.
The ousting of Corey Lewandowski was linked to a scandal involving Noem.
Reports suggested Zacharia feared repercussions due to her ties with Corey Lewandowski.
Zacharia denied the allegations and asserted her independence.

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Story summary

Katie Zacharia resigned from the Department of Homeland Security on April 1, 2026.
The resignation followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s dismissal of Kristi Noem as DHS secretary.
The ousting of Corey Lewandowski was linked to a scandal involving Noem.
Reports suggested Zacharia feared repercussions due to her ties with Corey Lewandowski.
Zacharia denied the allegations and asserted her independence.