The Morning Meeting Kristi Noem's Fate Hangs in the Balance as Tom Homan Takes Over in Minneapolis: Will Trump Fire Her?
Jan 27, 2026
Haima Moore, Democratic-leaning political strategist offering analysis on policy and trust, and Hogan Gidley, former White House communications official with conservative insight. They debate Tom Homan’s Minneapolis deployment, Kristi Noem’s shaky standing, federal versus local law enforcement dynamics, shutdown politics, and the Minnesota 2026 electoral stakes. Short, sharp, and highly topical conversation.
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Rapid Federal Pivot In Minnesota
- The White House rapidly shifted tactics in Minnesota after high-profile meetings and media signals.
- Mark Halperin links Tom Homan's deployment to presidential influence from media and advisers.
Coordinate Before Deploying Federal Agents
- Coordinate federal deployments with local officials before acting in cities.
- Hogan Gidley advises collaboration to avoid PR and operational failures on the ground.
Trust Deficit Drives Escalation
- The Minnesota episode exposed deep mistrust between federal agents and local communities.
- Haima Moore warns federal action without local trust risks escalating violence and distrust.