Weekly X Highlights from Kristi Noem Through June 5, 2025

June 5: Ending the Quiet Skies Program

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced, 'Today, I’m announcing TSA is ending the Quiet Skies Program, which since its existence has failed to stop a SINGLE terrorist attack while costing US taxpayers roughly $200 million a year. DHS and TSA have uncovered documents, correspondence, and timelines that clearly show its ineffectiveness.'

The Quiet Skies Program, designed to monitor potential security threats in air travel, has been criticized for its high costs and lack of results. Noem’s decision to terminate it aligns with efforts to eliminate wasteful spending within the Department of Homeland Security, redirecting resources to more effective security measures. This move supports the administration’s broader goal of streamlining government operations while maintaining a strong focus on national safety.

June 5: Coast Guard Project Accountability

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem stated, 'Huntington Ingalls owed us this cutter over a year ago. As the Trump administration is revitalizing the U.S. Coast Guard through Force Design 2028, we need to be smart with the American taxpayer’s money. This project was over time and over budget. Now the money can be redirected.'

The post refers to a delayed Coast Guard cutter project by Huntington Ingalls Industries, which exceeded its timeline and budget. Noem emphasized the importance of fiscal responsibility in supporting Force Design 2028, a transformative restructuring of the Coast Guard aimed at enhancing maritime security. Redirecting funds from this project will bolster efforts to modernize the Coast Guard under President Trump’s leadership.

June 3: Boulder Terrorist Family Custody

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem posted, 'Today, DHS and ICE are taking the family of suspected Boulder, Colorado terrorist, and illegal alien, Mohamed Soliman, into ICE custody. This terrorist will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. We are investigating to what extent his family knew about this.'

Following a terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado, allegedly committed by Mohamed Soliman, DHS has taken swift action to detain his family for removal proceedings. Noem’s leadership in this case underscores the department’s commitment to addressing threats posed by illegal aliens involved in criminal activities, ensuring thorough investigations to protect American communities.

June 2: Stance Against Terrorist Sympathizers

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem declared, 'There is NO room in the United States for the rest of the world’s terrorist sympathizers. Anyone who thinks they can come to America and hide behind the First Amendment to advocate for antisemitic violence and terrorism – think again. You are not welcome here. We will find you.'

This statement reflects DHS’s aggressive approach to combating individuals who promote terrorism or antisemitic violence. Noem’s remarks highlight the administration’s priority to enforce immigration laws and prevent foreign nationals from exploiting constitutional protections to engage in harmful rhetoric, reinforcing national security measures.

June 1: Addressing Harvard’s Actions

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem wrote, 'This administration is holding Harvard accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus. It is a privilege, not a right, for universities to enroll foreign students and benefit from their higher tuition payments.'

DHS is scrutinizing Harvard University’s practices, particularly its handling of foreign students and alleged ties to foreign entities. Noem’s post signals a broader effort to ensure that educational institutions receiving federal support adhere to national security standards, prioritizing the safety of American citizens over institutional privileges.

Week in Review

Over the past week, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem has actively communicated DHS’s priorities through X, focusing on eliminating inefficiencies, enhancing security, and addressing threats. Her posts highlight the termination of the ineffective Quiet Skies Program, accountability in Coast Guard projects, and decisive action against terrorism in Boulder. Noem also emphasized cracking down on terrorist sympathizers and holding institutions like Harvard accountable. Her leadership reflects a commitment to President Trump’s agenda of securing the homeland, streamlining government operations, and prioritizing American safety.