Congresswoman Ross Statement on Kristi Noem

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on President Trump firing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem:

"Kristi Noem has been a disaster for North Carolina. Our state and our country are better off with her gone.

"Noem personally withheld disaster aid from communities still struggling to rebuild more than a year after Hurricane Helene. Families, small business, and local governments across Western North Carolina have been begging for her help while she prioritizes photo-ops and authorizes millions of dollars for private jets.

"Under Noem's orders, ICE and CBP terrorized the people of North Carolina, focusing on Charlotte and Raleigh. Under her watch, federal immigration agents detained and killed American citizens, separated children and families, and spread fear in our communities.

"Yesterday, during a House Judiciary Committee hearing, we witnessed Noem's pathetic attempts to defend these indefensible actions and policies. The nation was reminded of what North Carolina already knows - Krisi Noem was out of her depth and out of control. Noem had to go.

"While I'm relieved to see her fired, I will continue demanding that our next DHS Secretary follow the law, uphold the constitution, and deliver desperately needed aid to Western North Carolina."

Congresswoman Ross questioned Kristi Noem in a House Judiciary Committee hearing yesterday. To access her full remarks, click here.

To watch or download Congresswoman Ross's remarks, click here.

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