Recent Calls to Impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem
In Washington, tensions are growing as more Democrats rally to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Following the tragic death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, the number of co-sponsors for the impeachment resolution has surged to 120.
The resolution, introduced by Rep. Robin Kelly of Illinois, originally had just 100 co-sponsors by January 20. However, the recent outcry over immigration enforcement practices has pushed this number upward. Thousands of federal officers are in Minnesota as part of what the administration terms Operation Metro Surge.
Rep. Bennie Thompson from Mississippi voiced strong support for impeachment, stating, “The House must immediately take steps to impeach Kristi Noem.” He described Pretti’s death as “sick” and indicative of a larger pattern of chaos linked to Noem and former President Trump.
Alongside Thompson, other prominent Democrats, including Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Senators Michael Bennet and Peter Welch, have also called for Noem’s resignation. Bennet emphasized the need to remove federal agents from cities, saying, “Kristi Noem must resign, and the dehumanizing policies must end immediately.”
Eyewitness accounts challenge Noem’s claims that Pretti was armed and aggressive. Video footage does not show him holding a gun, leading to further scrutiny of Noem’s narrative. Another tragic incident involved Renee Nicole Good, who was shot by a federal officer earlier this month. Noem branded her actions as “domestic terrorism,” though witnesses argued she was simply trying to escape.
The fallout from these incidents is significant. Several Democratic senators have stated they will oppose any appropriations bill that includes funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Notably, Senators Amy Klobuchar and Adam Schiff have publicly declared their intention to vote against such a bill, risking a potential government shutdown by the end of the month if an agreement isn’t reached.
The increasing discontent among Democrats reflects a broader concern among citizens. A recent survey revealed that 65% of Americans are worried about the policies and practices of immigration enforcement agencies. This sentiment is echoed on social media, where heated discussions about DHS’s actions and accountability are prevalent.
As events unfold, it remains to be seen how Congress will address these calls for impeachment and reform. The pressure is mounting, and the political landscape is shifting dramatically around issues of immigration enforcement and accountability.
