In a bid to reboot the Department of Homeland Security, the agency's newly appointed chief has vowed to put the tumultuous era of former Governor Kristi Noem's leadership behind them. However, a closer look at the current state of the disaster agency reveals a more complex picture, with lingering issues and a lack of clarity on how to move forward. Despite the promises of a fresh start, critics are sounding the alarm over the continued disarray within the agency, which has been plagued by allegations of mismanagement and inefficiency. As the new chief takes the reins, the question on everyone's mind is whether they will be able to restore stability and effectiveness to the beleaguered agency.


The new DHS chief has pledged to move on from the Kristi Noem era — but the disaster agency is still in disarray