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DHS Turmoil: Firing Sparks Internal Conflict and Low Morale

4/11/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is facing significant internal turmoil after the firing of former Secretary Kristi Noem.
Acting communications chief Lauren Bis is lobbying for a permanent role while describing the department as a 'dumpster fire'.
Morale has plummeted, with staff departures and reports of a 'shadow fire list'.
Insiders say Bis's management is toxic, fueling internal sabotage and conflict between Noem loyalists and Secretary Markwayne Mullin's group.

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is facing significant internal turmoil after the firing of former Secretary Kristi Noem.
Acting communications chief Lauren Bis is lobbying for a permanent role while describing the department as a 'dumpster fire'.
Morale has plummeted, with staff departures and reports of a 'shadow fire list'.
Insiders say Bis's management is toxic, fueling internal sabotage and conflict between Noem loyalists and Secretary Markwayne Mullin's group.