Rep. Adams Introduces Impeachment Articles Against DHS Sec. Kristi Noem

WASHINGTON, DC-Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (D-NC-12) joined 70 House Democrats in introducing Articles of Impeachment against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem for obstruction of Congress, violation of public trust, and self-dealing.

North Carolina has been directly impacted by Sec. Noem's abuse of power. The Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) operation in Charlotte late last year terrorized the community, leading to U.S. citizens being assaulted and arrested. Sec. Noem's unconstitutional withholding of Congressionally appropriated FEMA funds has resulted in the delay of billions of dollars of Hurricane Helene recovery to North Carolina, severely impacting recovery efforts in Western North Carolina.

"Under Secretary Noem's tenure, DHS, CBP, and ICE have systemically violated the rights of Americans and the U.S. Constitution," said Congresswoman Adams. "Border Patrol's operation in Charlotte saw American citizens assaulted and unlawfully arrested for practicing their Constitutional rights, while their refusal to coordinate with local law enforcement threatened the safety of every person in Charlotte-Mecklenburg. At the same time, Sec. Noem's willful withholding of Congressionally appropriated FEMA funds has impeded North Carolina's ability to recover from the worst natural disaster in state history. I do not take Articles of Impeachment lightly but it is clear that Sec. Noem has violated federal law and her oath of office, and, for the safety of our country, she must be removed from office."