Senator Fetterman Slams Homeland Security Secretary Noem, Calls for Her Termination Amid ICE Killings in Minneapolis
Democrat John Fetterman has issued an unexpected call to action, urging President Donald Trump to fire Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the recent killings of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis.
The first-term senator's statement comes amid widespread outrage following the deaths of two civilians, including a 37-year-old ICU nurse who was shot multiple times while filming ICE activity. Fetterman has criticized Noem for "betraying DHS's core mission" and "trashing your border security legacy," sparking a sharp reversal from his previous support of her appointment.
Fetterman's appeal to Trump follows similar calls by other lawmakers, including Governor Tom Wolf, who has urged the White House to terminate ICE operations in Minneapolis. The senator's stance is notable given that he was one of seven Democratic senators who voted to confirm Noem's cabinet appointment last year and has previously rejected calls to defund or abolish ICE.
Fetterman's criticism of Noem does not specify what changed his mind, but he maintains that the secretary "is a total failure" in her role. He also echoes concerns raised by previous DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, warning Trump not to make the same mistake as President Biden.
The senator's stance has sparked debate within Fetterman's own party, with many lawmakers questioning why he is now criticizing ICE. However, Fetterman remains resolute in his opposition to continued funding for the agency without new restrictions on immigration enforcement.
As protests and outrage over ICE killings continue in Minneapolis, Fetterman vows not to vote against a government shutdown that could prevent further funding for DHS. The senator instead seeks a "conversation" about the department's appropriations, aiming to push for stricter controls on immigration enforcement.
Democrat John Fetterman has issued an unexpected call to action, urging President Donald Trump to fire Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the recent killings of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis.
The first-term senator's statement comes amid widespread outrage following the deaths of two civilians, including a 37-year-old ICU nurse who was shot multiple times while filming ICE activity. Fetterman has criticized Noem for "betraying DHS's core mission" and "trashing your border security legacy," sparking a sharp reversal from his previous support of her appointment.
Fetterman's appeal to Trump follows similar calls by other lawmakers, including Governor Tom Wolf, who has urged the White House to terminate ICE operations in Minneapolis. The senator's stance is notable given that he was one of seven Democratic senators who voted to confirm Noem's cabinet appointment last year and has previously rejected calls to defund or abolish ICE.
Fetterman's criticism of Noem does not specify what changed his mind, but he maintains that the secretary "is a total failure" in her role. He also echoes concerns raised by previous DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, warning Trump not to make the same mistake as President Biden.
The senator's stance has sparked debate within Fetterman's own party, with many lawmakers questioning why he is now criticizing ICE. However, Fetterman remains resolute in his opposition to continued funding for the agency without new restrictions on immigration enforcement.
As protests and outrage over ICE killings continue in Minneapolis, Fetterman vows not to vote against a government shutdown that could prevent further funding for DHS. The senator instead seeks a "conversation" about the department's appropriations, aiming to push for stricter controls on immigration enforcement.