Republican majorities in both chambers of Congress have blocked Democratic-led impeachment resolutions against Kristi Noem introduced earlier in 2026 while she served as Homeland Security Secretary. Those articles cited enforcement actions, oversight disputes, and agency spending but lacked the bipartisan support required for House passage. Noem's subsequent removal from that post by the administration and transition to a different federal role further removed any immediate procedural path for legislative removal. Trader consensus reflects these institutional barriers and the absence of Republican backing for proceedings. Late developments such as new congressional majorities or unforeseen legal findings tied directly to her prior service could theoretically reopen consideration before year-end.