Protesters Disrupt Homeland Security Hearing with Anti-ICE Chants

Homeland Security Hearing Interrupted

• 📌 A House Homeland Security panel hearing featuring Kristi Noem was disrupted by protesters.
• 📣 One protester, associated with CodePink, shouted for the end of immigration enforcement operations and held a sign reading "Stop ICE raids."

Disruption and Law Enforcement Response

• ⚠️ The chairman stated that disruptions of congressional business are a violation of law and a criminal offense.
• 🚓 The chairman indicated that Capitol police could remove and arrest individuals causing the disturbance.
• 🗣️ Protesters chanted "Our streets stop terrorizing OUR COMMUNITY."

Kristi Noem's Statement and Family

• 🇺🇸 Secretary Kristi Noem began her statement by thanking the chairman and ranking member and expressing her anticipation of discussing worldwide threats.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Noem introduced her family, including her husband, children, and grandchildren, who were present in the audience.
• 🙏 She also acknowledged the presence of "angel families" in the audience, expressing gratitude for their strength.