December 11 Top 5 moments: Noem clashes with Dems in fiery hearing as drones, deportations erupt into flashpoints DHS Secretary Kristi Noem faced tense exchanges on deportations and legal claims as she warned Congress the U.S. is unprepared for escalating drone threats.
December 11 They never just ‘call a spade a spade’: Jesse Watters slams ‘unfortunate’ comments by Dem during Noem hearing ‘The Five’ co-hosts break down DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s testy exchange with lawmakers on Capitol Hill and debate the constitutionality of a recent move by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on immigration.
December 11 Senator warns of 'powder keg' as people condone behavior of anti-ICE protesters Republican Sen. Eric Schmitt warns of a "powder keg" in the United States as people " villainize ICE agents" who are "simply enforcing the laws."
December 11 Homeland Security announces first-of-its-kind task force aimed at fighting transnational organized crime Federal authorities launch first-of-its-kind task force to combat transnational organized crime by bringing together state, local and federal agencies.
December 11 Dem rep opens House hearing by telling Noem to resign in fiery statement DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defends her record on border security and denies Trump replacement rumors during contentious House Homeland Security hearing.
December 11 Chaos erupts at Noem hearing as anti-ICE protesters interrupt testimony: 'The power of Christ compels you!' Protesters interrupted DHS Secretary Kristi Noem during a House committee hearing on worldwide threats, shouting against deportations and ICE operations.
December 11 'The power of Christ compels you': Protester launches DHS hearing into pandemonium An attendee interrupts DHS Sec. Kristi Noem within seconds of her opening remarks during a hearing titled, "Worldwide Threats to the Homeland," on Dec. 11, 2025.
December 11 DHS blasts Newsom over taxpayer-funded healthcare for illegals as California ambulance costs may soar 382% DHS slams California over illegal migrant healthcare as taxpayer-funded ambulance costs could surge 383% by 2026, rising from $339 to $1,637 per transport.
December 11 Trump declares support for Cabinet official after report he is considering replacement Trump defends Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, calling her "fantastic" following a report that he was searching for her replacement.
December 11 Kristi Noem faces first major Homeland Security grilling as lawmakers press her on terror threats Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces her first major House hearing on worldwide threats, likely covering border security, drugs and cybersecurity.