Rep. Thompson Criticizes Gov. Noem's Early Departure from Oversight Hearing

Criticism of Governor Noem's Hearing Conduct

• 🎯 Governor Noem is criticized for not wanting to appear at a congressional oversight hearing.
• ⚠️ She is accused of leaving the hearing early, not to attend a FEMA council meeting as stated, but to go to an anteroom.
• 🤥 It is alleged that the FEMA council meeting was canceled, making her stated reason for leaving untrue.
• 🗣️ Representative Thompson called Noem a "liar" with "no respect for congressional oversight."

Allegations of Disrespect and Evasion

• 🚫 Noem, along with FBI Director Kash Patel, is accused of telling the US House Committee on Homeland Security to "pound sand" by leaving the hearing.
• ⏰ She was expected to stay until one o'clock but left significantly earlier.
• 😠 The early departure is described as an "embarrassing display" from someone who "can't take the heat."