Amid President Donald Trump’s illegal immigration crackdown, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was rushed to a hospital in Washington, D.C.
The tough-on-border-security cabinet member was transported by ambulance to the medical center after suffering an allergic reaction.
The 53-year-old former South Dakota governor became suddenly ill, prompting her team to call for emergency services.
While the specific cause of the allergic reaction remains unknown, Department Homeland Security officials confirmed she specifically requested ambulance transport.
Secret Service agents maintained a protective presence outside the emergency room where Noem was admitted.
The health scare comes at a critical time when Noem has been aggressively implementing President Trump’s border security agenda, traveling extensively and personally participating in immigration enforcement operations.
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin issued a statement saying the secretary was taken to the hospital “out of an abundance of caution” and is currently “alert and recovering.”
The sudden hospitalization forced the postponement of a scheduled press conference in New York City regarding REAL ID implementation.
Bruce LeVell, former Executive Director of President Donald Trump’s National Diversity Coalition, wrote a heartfelt message on social media:
“My dear friend @Sec_Noem, our fearless Secretary of Homeland Security, was just rushed to the hospital. My heart is with her during this challenging time, but I know her strength and determination will shine through. Please join me in keeping Kristi in your prayers for a swift and full recovery.”
Noem had just returned to Washington from Los Angeles, where she was dealing with riots that broke out in response to increased immigration enforcement.
During that trip, Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed and handcuffed by federal agents after approaching Noem at a press conference.
Secret Service reportedly “thought he was an attacker,” highlighting the increasing tensions surrounding immigration policy.
As head of DHS, Noem oversees about 260,000 employees handling various security and enforcement tasks.
She has become a central figure in President Trump’s mass deportation efforts, even appearing in commercials urging illegal aliens to leave the United States voluntarily before facing enforcement action.
Meanwhile, Turning Point USA Founder and CEO Charlie Kirk urged supporters to “Pray for Kristi.”
The hospitalization comes during an already challenging period for the secretary.
Earlier this year, her purse containing cash, personal identification, and her Homeland Security badge was stolen.
The serious security breach resulted in the arrest of a suspect charged with aggravated identity theft, robbery, and fraud.
Despite these challenges, Noem has remained firm in implementing President Trump’s agenda since her Senate confirmation in January.
She has been particularly visible in Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations nationwide, despite facing protests from pro-illegal immigration activists who oppose the administration’s law enforcement efforts.
