Kristi Noem, President Donald Trump’s secretary of Homeland Security was transported by ambulance on Tuesday to a hospital in Washington, D.C., after an allergic reaction, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
“Secretary Noem had an allergic reaction today. She was transported to the hospital out of an abundance of caution. She is alert and recovering,” said DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin.
JUST IN: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem transported to the hospital by ambulance in Washington, D.C., according to CNN.
The outlet reports that Noem is conscious.
“Noem has been conscious at the hospital and has spoken with her security detail, one of the… pic.twitter.com/h8VpreWb1n
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) June 17, 2025
“CNN observed several Secret Service agents posted at several entrances outside the emergency room at the hospital where the secretary was admitted,” the network noted.
#BREAKING: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has been rushed to the hospital in DC
I can confirm she went by ambulance about 45 minutes ago, and that ambulance was escorted by multiple Secret Service vehicles
The nature of the emergency is unknown, but she is conscious and has… pic.twitter.com/0m4BASpm5X
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) June 17, 2025
My dear friend @Sec_Noem, our fearless Secretary of Homeland Security, was just rushed to the hospital. My heart is with her during this challenging time, but I know her strength and determination will shine through. Please join me in keeping Kristi in your prayers for a swift… pic.twitter.com/SHnLhs6gdX
— Bruce LeVell (@Bruce_LeVell) June 17, 2025
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