Tillis Blocks Trump DHS Nominees Unless Noem Commits to Senate Testimony

Jan 13, 2026

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Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) confirmed he will block future Department of Homeland Security (DHS) nominees from advancing through the Senate until DHS Secretary Kristi Noem agrees to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee, a rare move that could slow staffing at a key federal agency.

The dispute centers on Tillis’ claim that Noem’s office has receiv…

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