Kristi Noem announces catch of ‘prolific leaker’ at DHS

February 4, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reveals the capture of another prolific leaker who endangered federal law enforcement officers.

Key Facts:

  • Noem plans to refer the individual to the Department of Justice for prosecution.
  • Noem has prioritized prosecuting leakers within her agency.
  • Two individuals in the Department of Homeland Security were previously accused of disclosing operations.

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    Caption: Kristi Noem, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, is seen during an assumption of command ceremony at the U.S. Coast Guard headquarters in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. (Luke Johnson/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

    Key Facts:

  • Noem emphasizes the importance of safeguarding law enforcement officers.
  • DHS Secretary Noem condemns leaks that put federal officers at risk.

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    Caption: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem on Wednesday said another "prolific leaker" had been caught disclosing information that put federal law enforcement officers at risk. (Getty Images/Alex Brandon)

    Fox News Digital has reached out to DHS for further information. Noem stresses the need to protect DHS law enforcement officers facing a significant increase in death threats.

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