DHS officials say Trump knew of Noem’s controversial ad campaign | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleBrendan RasciusSunday 22 March 2026 12:48 GMTKristi Noem's five most controversial moments as DHS SecretaryKristi Noem was dismissed from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) following a controversial $200 million ad campaign.While Trump stated he was unaware of the campaign's cost and was not pleased, Noem and multiple unnamed sources claim he was fully briefed and even wanted the ads.Sources close to the administration allege Trump was deeply involved in the DHS ads, directly contradicting his public statements.Contracts for the costly campaign were reportedly awarded to a select group of companies with connections to Noem and a top adviser, with one firm established days before receiving a $16 million contract.Democratic lawmakers have referred Noem to the Department of Justice for a perjury investigation, alleging she misled Congress regarding the ad campaign.In fullKristi Noem’s ad campaign sparks another MAGA civil war as DHS officials claim Trump did know about $200 million spend, report saysThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in