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Bryon Noem’s $45K Fetish Texts Prompt Mother’s Outburst

6/23/2026

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A May 17, 2026 text from Bryon Noem to Shy Sotomayor resurfaced after his fetish photos were published.
Bryon Noem messaged Sotomayor on that date, has not answered media inquiries, spent up to $45,000 on her services and owes a $4,500 PayPal invoice.
Former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said she was devastated and confronted Bryon Noem after learning of the messages.
Uncloseted Media will release Sotomayor’s full interview on Tuesday.

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A May 17, 2026 text from Bryon Noem to Shy Sotomayor resurfaced after his fetish photos were published.
Bryon Noem messaged Sotomayor on that date, has not answered media inquiries, spent up to $45,000 on her services and owes a $4,500 PayPal invoice.
Former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said she was devastated and confronted Bryon Noem after learning of the messages.
Uncloseted Media will release Sotomayor’s full interview on Tuesday.