This significant development emerged during a Trump administration cabinet meeting at the White House, where Noem also highlighted the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) achievements, including a notable 50 percent increase in deportations.
She commended the United States Coast Guard for its exceptional efforts in drug interdiction, noting that they have "broken historic records in the amount of drug interdictions" they have managed to achieve.
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Noem elaborated on the DHS's recent accomplishments, stating, "We are, in the month of March — the last couple of weeks, increased our deportations by 50 percent." She emphasized the importance of ensuring consequences for those committing crimes within American communities, adding that the numbers are on an upward trajectory. Noem also outlined her upcoming diplomatic engagements in El Salvador, Colombia, and Mexico, aimed at strengthening international relations to facilitate the removal of individuals who "don’t belong here" and returning them to their home countries.
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According to Breitbart, Noem further praised the U.S. Coast Guard's strategic repositioning of its fleet to tackle the fentanyl crisis and enhance border security. "The Coast Guard has done phenomenal work — I don’t know if you all have reported on it, but we have broken historic records in the amount of drug interdictions that they have brought in," she stated. This repositioning is part of a broader effort to address pressing issues at the southern border and secure it effectively.
In a previous interview with CNN, Noem expressed her views on FEMA's current structure, suggesting its dissolution in its existing form. She argued that FEMA operates as a "bureaucracy that’s picking and choosing winners," and advocated for a more localized approach to disaster management. "I would say, yes, get rid of FEMA the way it exists today," Noem remarked, emphasizing the need for resources and funds to be allocated directly to local officials for more efficient deployment in disaster-stricken areas.
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President Donald Trump has also voiced criticism of FEMA, particularly during an interview with Fox News's Sean Hannity. He accused the agency of complicating processes and failing to fulfill its responsibilities over the past four years. Trump expressed a preference for states managing their own challenges, stating that he would "rather see the states take care of their own problems."
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This shift in approach reflects a broader conservative perspective that favors limited federal intervention and empowers state and local authorities to address their unique challenges.
As the Trump administration continues to implement its vision for a streamlined and efficient government, the proposed changes to FEMA and the DHS's enhanced focus on border security and drug interdiction underscore its commitment to prioritizing national security and public safety.
