U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell | Mitch McConnell Official website
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell | Mitch McConnell Official website
U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell has expressed his support for the confirmation of Governor Kristi Noem as the new U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security. In a statement released today, McConnell highlighted Noem's qualifications and experience, noting her previous role as Governor of South Dakota.
"I was proud to vote for Governor Kristi Noem to serve as Secretary of Homeland Security," McConnell stated. He emphasized that Noem's familiarity with Congress and her executive experience will be beneficial in addressing various domestic security challenges.
McConnell outlined several key areas where he expects Secretary Noem to focus her efforts, including confronting natural disasters, securing coastlines, and maintaining cybersecurity defenses. He also stressed the importance of addressing the ongoing security and humanitarian issues at the southern border.
"The American people handed this Administration a crystal-clear mandate to clean up the mess at our border from the last four years," McConnell said. He expressed his eagerness to collaborate with Secretary Noem on these pressing issues.
The confirmation marks a significant step in filling key positions within the Department of Homeland Security under the current administration.
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