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Noem's $286k Ad Campaign: Wasteful Spending at DHS

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Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem spent over a quarter million in taxpayer funds on an advertising campaign, including $20,000 for horse rentals, $3,800 for hair and makeup, and a $60,000 signing bonus. Senators Welch and Blumenthal revealed these details, criticizing the spending as wasteful and lacking competitive bidding. Noems tenure was marked by criticism, leading to her ousting by President Trump. Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin will replace her, as questions about federal dollar handling persist.

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