Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem took charge during a high-stakes deportation operation in Phoenix, Arizona, where she led a team of around 100 federal agents in a pre-dawn raid. The operation resulted in the apprehension of three illegal immigrants with serious criminal backgrounds, including drug offenses and ties to money laundering. Noem’s leadership was on display as she personally oversaw the operation and even dodged a suspect’s kick, humorously remarking, “You’re not scaring me with your Croc.”

The multi-agency task force, which included agents from ICE, FBI, and the DEA, targeted individuals with extensive criminal records. Dressed in tactical gear and her signature two-tone gold Rolex, Noem met with the agents in a dimly lit underground parking garage, showing appreciation for their work and pledging to secure the necessary resources to bolster their efforts. She emphasized that the operation’s success would serve as a model for future efforts to sweep up illegal immigrants committing crimes.READ MORE