Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was hospitalized Tuesday after suffering an unexpected allergic reaction in Washington, D.C. Emergency medical teams transported her to a nearby facility out of an abundance of caution. Officials confirmed that the reaction, while serious, was non-life-threatening.
Noem is reported to be awake, stable, and recovering under observation. A spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security stated that she is “in good spirits” and “fully engaged with her team” despite the incident.
The reaction reportedly occurred shortly before a planned briefing on REAL ID enforcement at U.S. airports. That event was postponed, but DHS operations remain uninterrupted. Career officials have temporarily stepped in to oversee any immediate duties during Noem’s recovery.
Appointed to her role earlier this year, Secretary Noem has played a central role in overseeing border security, immigration enforcement actions, and cyber defense coordination. Her strong visibility on national policy issues—particularly during the Los Angeles unrest and ICE operations—has made her one of the most prominent figures in the Trump Cabinet.
The exact cause of the allergic reaction has not been disclosed, but DHS officials reiterated that Noem’s condition is under control and her hospitalization was purely precautionary.
No further health complications are anticipated, and she is expected to resume her official duties shortly.