Cantwell Statement On Firing of Kristi Noem

Cantwell Statement On Firing of Kristi Noem

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, President Donald Trump announced he is firing and replacing Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security.

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) released this statement:

"Kristi Noem led DHS and ICE with an unpardonable disregard for American civil liberties, civil rights, local and state governments, and the Constitution.

"Americans have the right to protest and speak freely and do so without fear of getting shot or being beaten by ICE agents. Noem allowed immigration enforcement officials to abuse their power and authority, making America less secure, not more.

"I hope the Coast Guard will now be able to get back to its core mission: serving the American people by revitalizing search and rescue, supporting robust maritime trade, and boosting American fisheries."