US Senator Cory Booker tore into Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in a blistering critique of her defence of ICE operations, branding her leadership “utterly incompetent” and accusing her of misleading the nation under oath. Booker unleashed a litany of sharp attacks over alleged unlawful detentions, brutal enforcement tactics and violations of civil rights — from children being detained to controversial spending decisions — demanding accountability and bold reforms. The fiery confrontation underscored deep bipartisan frustration with DHS conduct and left Noem on the defensive as lawmakers pressed whether her leadership has failed the American people.