hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Resolution to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Noem.
Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL) and 81 co-sponsors.
Referred to House Judiciary Committee, no vote yet.
This resolution charges Secretary Noem with three articles: obstruction of Congress for denying lawmakers access to detention facilities and withholding funds; violation of public trust for warrantless arrests, tear gas use on children, and shooting a civilian; and self-dealing for awarding $200 million in no-bid contracts to friends. Resolution introduced by Rep. Kelly on Jan 14, 2026.
Introduced Jan 14, 2026
This bill is under review by a committee. The committee holds hearings, gathers testimony from experts and stakeholders, and may propose amendments. If the committee votes to advance it, the bill moves to the full chamber for debate and a vote.
If Noem is impeached and removed, a new secretary could change policy to allow lawmakers to inspect detention sites without notice. Court orders limiting tear gas and warrantless arrests might be enforced more strictly. The no-bid contracting process could be reviewed, affecting future ad campaigns for ICE recruiting.
Supporters Say
Supporters say Noem violated the law and Constitution by blocking oversight, using excessive force, and funneling contracts to friends.
Critics Say
Critics argue the impeachment is a partisan attack and that Noem's actions were lawful exercises of executive authority to enforce immigration laws.
Supporters cite specific legal violations: the 2024 appropriations law and Impoundment Control Act. Critics contend the seven-day notice requirement was a reasonable administrative policy and that the incidents in Chicago involved dangerous criminal activity. Some note that impeachment requires a high bar and that the Senate is unlikely to convict.