New national poll shows most Americans want Kristi Noem out at DHS

After federal agents killed Renee Good, polls showed a public backlash. After federal agents killed Alex Pretti, it got worse.

Thursday, February 05, 2026 TODAY'S TOP MADDOWBLOG POSTS New national poll shows most Americans want Kristi Noem out at DHS New national poll shows most Americans want Kristi Noem out at DHS After federal agents killed Renee Good, polls showed a public backlash. After federal agents killed Alex Pretti, it got worse. MORE Democratic senator raises eyebrows with two-sentence letter to CIA director Correspondence between senators and intelligence agencies is routine and generally unremarkable. There are, however, exceptions. MORE Democratic senator raises eyebrows with two-sentence letter to CIA director Correspondence between senators and intelligence agencies is routine and generally unremarkable. There are, however, exceptions. MORE With the midterm elections on the horizon, Trump's rhetoric takes an unhinged turn Claims of international interference in 2020 were largely limited to the fever swamps. In 2026, Trump is still swimming in the same ridiculous waters. MORE With the midterm elections on the horizon, Trump's rhetoric takes an unhinged turn Claims of international interference in 2020 were largely limited to the fever swamps. In 2026, Trump is still swimming in the same ridiculous waters. MORE It's not just ICE: A debate over breaking up the Department of Homeland Security begins After seeing Trump-era abuses, one department veteran said, "It makes me think that maybe DHS was a bad idea." MORE It's not just ICE: A debate over breaking up the Department of Homeland Security begins After seeing Trump-era abuses, one department veteran said, "It makes me think that maybe DHS was a bad idea." MORE MORE FROM THE MADDOWBLOG Eyeing midterms, Steve Bannon expects ICE agents, troops at local polling sites White House picks a fight it can't win over Obama-era deportations Plummeting popularity sets Trump on a war against the truth As Clintons prepare to answer questions about Epstein, Trump balks As the New START treaty expires, is Trump prepared for what happens next? 'For what?': JD Vance stumped on why Alex Pretti's family might deserve an apology Why Republicans shouldn't look to Trump to help negotiate a deal on DHS funding Trump shares his plan for the $10 billion he expects to receive from his IRS lawsuit WHAT'S ON RACHEL'S BLUESKY RADAR? New Mexico warns against consuming raw milk after newborn dies from listeria (NBC News) East San Antonio, TX "This warehouse will traffic some of the most disreputable commercial activity since WWII," the County Commissioner said in a statement..." ... "One protester on Tuesday stood outside the warehouse property along the highway for hours, holding up an anti-ICE sign..." ICE closes sale on warehouse in east San Antonio, city council member says (WFAA) Trump's New "Prison Camp" Threat Unleashes Fury Even in MAGA Country — The next phase of ICE's big ramp-up: a nationwide network of vast detention facilities. But guess what? Even parts of Red America are saying no. (New Republic) "Another packed house in Howard County, Maryland tonight showing up in support of CB16 and against the opening of an ICE detention center in our community. #Resist #ICEout @maddow.bsky.social" (Columbia Democratic Club) Follow Rachel Maddow on Bluesky here. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up to follow it yourself or send this sign-up link to someone you know would appreciate it. NEWS TIPS? SEND IT TO RACHEL FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM RACHEL MADDOW ON BLUESKY 229 West 43rd St. New York, NY 10036 UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT | VIEW IN BROWSER UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT | VIEW IN BROWSER