When Trump’s incoming Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem admitted to killing her dog Cricket
While some criticised Noem’s account, drawing comparisons to past controversies involving politicians and pets, she defended her choice as an example of making “tough, necessary decisions.” The dog had caused multiple issues on hunting trips and had even killed chickens. Noem’s account didn’t end there, as she also described putting down a family goat in a similarly direct manner, underscoring her commitment to decisive action in challenging situations.