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Noem, Congress Clash Over Immigration, Security During Hearing

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Noem, Congress Clash Over Immigration, Security During Hearing

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Washington, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended the administration's immigration enforcement and clashed with House Homeland Security Committee members during a Thursday hearing, addressing a Washington, D.C., ambush shooting and Antifa inquiries. Representative Bennie Thompson questioned Noem and an FBI official about the incident and Antifa presence. Members including Rep. Shri Thanedar accused Noem of defying court orders on deportation flights; protesters interrupted testimony. Noem asserted border encounters dropped and touted arrests and deportations, citing data. National security officials flagged vetting and counterterrorism concerns. The hearing produced contested testimony and policy defense. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

March (prior): Deportation flights, including to El Salvador, drew legal scrutiny and court rulings.
Early December: Congressional interest and oversight increased regarding DHS deportation practices and border security.
Dec. 12 (reported Thursday): Secretary Noem testified to the House Homeland Security Committee defending enforcement measures.
During hearing: Bennie Thompson questioned Noem and FBI operations director Michael Glasheen about a D.C. ambush and Antifa presence; protesters interrupted testimony.
Same hearing: Rep. Shri Thanedar accused Noem of lying under oath about compliance with federal court orders; Noem denied the claim.