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Kristi Noem Out, Markwayne Mullen In plus U.S. Navy: 30+ Iranian Ships Down
1. Major Shake‑Up at U.S. Department of Homeland Security President Trump removed Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security. Senator Markwayne Mullin (Oklahoma) nominated as her replacement. Official reason given: to move her to a new foreign policy role ("Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas"). Underlying issues contributing to her removal: Missteps during congressional testimony. Trump alleged she lied about receiving his approval for a $220M ad campaign featuring herself. Public scrutiny over alleged affair with Corey Lewandowski and his involvement in government/contract…
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