Thom Tillis calls for Kristi Noem’s ouster as GOP frustrations grow
sen. Thom Tillis (R‑NC) and Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R‑AK) urged the removal of Homeland security Secretary kristi Noem after growing Republican frustration over recent fatal shootings of two civilians by federal immigration officers in Minnesota. Tillis, who is not seeking reelection, said he has lost all confidence in Noem and told the White House that President Trump should fire her if she does not resign. He accused Noem of poor judgment and failing to lead or de‑escalate, saying her actions have put ICE officers and U.S. citizens in danger. Tillis also criticized Noem for quickly labeling Alex Pretti — who was killed by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis — as engaging in “domestic terrorism.” Murkowski echoed calls for Noem’s ouster as the situation continues to develop.
Thom Tillis, Lisa Murkowski call for Kristi Noem’s ouster as GOP frustrations grow
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) became one of the first Republican lawmakers Tuesday to demand the “termination” of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem amid mounting frustration over the fatal shootings of two citizens by federal immigration officers in Minnesota.
Tillis, who is not seeking reelection in November, said he’d lost “all” confidence in Noem and has “communicated” to the White House that Trump should fire her if she refuses to resign.
“I think she’s out of her depth,” Tillis said. “She’s proven that she doesn’t know how to lead, how to de-escalate. She’s exposing ICE officers to dangerous situations. She’s exposing U.S. citizens to deadly, deadly situations.”
Tillis questioned Noem’s judgment for accusing Alex Pretti, the anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement protester who was killed by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis over the weekend, of perpetuating “domestic terrorism” in the immediate hours after the deadly encounter.
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“What sort of judgment is that, for somebody who’s running a very consequential, important organization?” Tillis said.
Tillis’ call for Noem to resign or be fired was echoed by Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) on Tuesday.
This is a developing story and will be updated with additional information.
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