PIERRE, (KCCR) — South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem was subjected to over two hours of questioning from the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee during her confirmation hearing for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Noem, in her opening statement says she’s addressed security concerns in South Dakota….
Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut questioned Noem about statements President-elect Donald Trump made about federal funding to help California to deal with wildfire impacts…
Senator Elissa Slotkin also ask Noem about politicizing Federal Emergency Management Agency funds…
Noem responded to questions about both the southern and northern board, Cybersecurity threats, Secret Service and was surprised by the lack of questions regarding the Transportation Security Administration.
