Rep Jeffries threatens impeachment, says Noem should be ‘put on ice permanently’

January 30, 2026, 8:43 PM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries threatens impeachment proceedings against DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, sparking controversy.

## Key Facts:
– Jeffries calls for Noem to be “put on ice permanently” during a news conference.
– He accuses Noem of presiding over deaths linked to immigration enforcement actions.
– Jeffries criticizes Senate Republicans for confirming Noem, calling her “wildly unqualified.”

## Key Facts:
– Jeffries reiterates his impeachment threat in a conversation with House Speaker Mike Johnson.
– Noem faces an impeachment effort in the House as 70 Democrats push for an obstruction of Congress charge.
– Jeffries later backtracks his rhetoric, clarifying that Noem needs to be removed from her position.

## Key Facts:
– A Trump administration source condemns Jeffries’ language, highlighting the dangerous political climate.
– Noem has received continued support from President Trump despite the impeachment threats.
– Fox News Digital has reached out to Jeffries’ office for comment.

Image: Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., escalated rhetoric against Kristi Noem during a news conference Thursday, arguing the DHS Secretary should be “put on ice permanently.” (Getty Images)

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