- Kristi Noem now has the support of three major law enforcement groups
The International Union of Police Associations has thrown its support behind South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as head of Donald Trump’s Department of Homeland Security, demanding her quick confirmation by the Senate.
In a letter to Senator Rand Paul, the new chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, the union president explains why Noem is the best person to tackle an “epidemic of crime” caused by weak enforcement of immigration laws. to put a stop to it.
“The United States Senate should confirm Governor Noem as soon as possible,” Samuel A. Cabral wrote in a letter obtained by DailyMail.com.
“The border security crisis requires immediate action, we cannot afford to wait for this critical task in President Trump’s administration.
“Confirming Kristi Noem is a national security priority.”
Noem was a surprise choice in some quarters for Homeland Security, which handles border security, emergency response and cybersecurity.
But she came with the support of the incoming border czar Tom Homan.
And the latest support comes on the heels of similar expressions of support from the National Association of Police Organizations and the Fraternal Order of Police.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Homeland Security. She has received the support of three major police unions
The International Union of Police Associations has thrown its support behind Noem
“There is definitely strong and growing support for Noem’s swift confirmation by law enforcement,” said a source familiar with her nomination.
“There is a clear feeling among those whose job it is to keep Americans safe that Governor Noem is the right choice and that she should be confirmed without delay once the administration takes office.”
The International Union of Police Associations is affiliated with the AFL-CIO and says it represents 100,000 full-time law enforcement agency employees.
In his letter, Cabral writes that foreign criminal gangs such as Tren De Aragua “are terrorizing entire neighborhoods in many states.
‘Too many scarce public resources are spent illegally on people in our country. Our nation is facing a security crisis,” he wrote.
IUPA supports Donald Trump’s nomination of Governor Kristi Noem as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and we believe she is the best leader to restore the rule of law and protect our homeland.
‘Government. Noem has a proven track record of making tough decisions and taking immediate action to address issues head-on.
Trump faces headwinds regarding other cabinet choices. Matt Gaetz stepped aside after it became clear his nomination for attorney general would stall on Capitol Hill, and Pete Hegseth was hit by waves of negative publicity after being picked to lead the Defense Department.
Trump has seen other nominees face headwinds, but Noem has the support of major law enforcement organizations
Noem should have an easier confirmation.
Paul, whose committee plays a key role, has already said he will “quickly move President Trump’s critical nominees, including Governor Kristi Noem, in time for Inauguration Day.”
The National Association of Police Organizations also called on the Senate to expedite her confirmation so she could begin work immediately.
“Governor Noem has a proven track record of supporting the men and women of law enforcement and making the rule of law a priority,” Executive Director William Johnson wrote.