Senate confirms Noem to lead Department of Homeland Security

The final vote was 59-34.

Published: January 25, 2025 12:08pm

Updated: January 25, 2025 12:23pm

The U.S. Senate on Saturday confirmed South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, a Republican, to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as secretary.

The final vote was 59-34.

The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth on Friday evening to lead the Pentagon in a 51-50 vote. 

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