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Kristi Noem has been confirmed as Homeland Security Secretary to lead the DHS. She is currently the Governor of South Dakota. Some Democrats supported her nomination, while Republican leader John Thune showed confidence in her. Noem will focus on border security and immigration enforcement, key priorities of Trump. Democrats are divided on border enforcement, with Schumer voting against Noem's confirmation. DHS will manage customs, immigration, and border protection, as well as airline security and disaster responses. Other key positions were confirmed recently, and the Senate will vote on Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary. Source: Reuters, APShow more