Washington, March 5 -- Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander issued the following press release:
Today, following the firing of Kristi Noem, Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander released the following statement:
"Kristi Noem failed the American people as Secretary of Homeland Security. She never should have been nominated or confirmed by the Senate for that absolutely critical position of public trust. Her removal today was long overdue - and accountability will not stop there.
"Public safety depends on public trust, and public trust depends on transparency, professionalism, and accountability in federal law enforcement.
"The American people need and deserve a Secretary of Homeland Security who will work with Congress to implement urgently-needed...