Trump fired the head of the Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem. Who will replace her?

American President Donald Trump announced on Thursday evening on his Truth Social network the dismissal of Kristi Noem from the head of the US Department of Internal Security (Homeland Security), international press agencies inform.

According to the American media, Donald Trump would have made this decision after the hearing of Kristi Noem in the American Congress, when she was put in difficulty by the questions regarding the awarding of an important public contract, writes AFP.

What new position will Kristi Noem take on

According to the US president, Kristi Noem will be entrusted with a “special envoy” mission for Latin America.

She will be replaced as Homeland Security chief by Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin, effective March 31.