Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has publicly criticized Democratic Governor Tim Walz for his management of the 2020 riots in Minneapolis, which erupted after the death of George Floyd. Noem claimed that the Trump administration did not desire a recurrence of the unrest, implying a failure in ensuring adequate local control and oversight.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has publicly criticized Democratic Governor Tim Walz for his management of the 2020 riots in Minneapolis, which erupted after the death of George Floyd. Noem claimed that the Trump administration did not desire a recurrence of the unrest, implying a failure in ensuring adequate local control and oversight. The comments come amid ongoing debates over how to balance public safety with civil liberties following large-scale protests.