Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem hospitalized due to allergic reaction

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was hospitalized on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, following an allergic reaction. A DHS spokesperson confirmed that Noem was transported to the hospital as a precautionary measure. “Secretary Noem had an allergic reaction today. She was transported to the hospital out of an abundance of caution,” the spokesperson stated. “She is alert and recovering.”
Earlier reports from CNN indicated that Noem was conscious upon arrival at the hospital and had communicated with her security detail. However, no official details regarding the cause of the allergic reaction or her current condition were provided by DHS.
This is an ongoing situation, and further updates will be shared as more information becomes available.
Published: 6/18/2025