Eric Swalwell Confronts Kristi Noem on Doctored Trump Photo of Garcia

Homeland Security Hearing Confrontation

• 🎯 Rep. Eric Swalwell questioned DHS Secretary Kristi Noem regarding a doctored photo of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, tweeted by President Trump.
• ⚠️ Swalwell pressed Noem on whether the letters "MS" and the Roman numeral "13" on the photo were altered.

Secretary Noem's Response

• ❓ Secretary Noem stated she had no knowledge of the specific doctored photo presented.
• 🗣️ She emphasized that the protocols for building cases remain the same, regardless of the photo.
• 🚫 Noem declined to directly confirm if the photo was doctored, focusing instead on national security facts.

Allegations Against Garcia

• 🗣️ Swalwell asserted that Garcia is not a criminal, human trafficker, or member of MS-13.
• ❌ Noem denied vouching for Mr. Garcia or stating he was mistakenly deported.

Focus on the Photo

• 🖼️ Swalwell insisted that the testimony was about a doctored photo and that Noem was avoiding the facts.
• 😠 The exchange highlighted a tense disagreement over the authenticity of the image and its relevance.