Kristi Noem’s controversial statements regarding President Joe Biden’s dog, Commander, have sparked outrage and raised questions about her judgment. In a recent interview on Face the Nation, Noem faced scrutiny over passages in her upcoming book where she seemingly suggests that Commander should be shot.
Host Margaret Brennan confronted Noem about the troubling passage, where Noem wrote about her own dog, Cricket, being shot and then implied that Commander should meet Cricket in the afterlife. Noem defended her remarks, claiming that Cricket was dangerous and untrainable, citing alleged incidents where Cricket killed chickens and attempted to bite her.
Trump VP contender Kristi Noem (Credits: MSNBC News)
Brennan pressed Noem on the passage, questioning if she was attempting to appear tough by targeting Biden’s dog. Noem responded by highlighting reports of Commander attacking Secret Service personnel, suggesting that the president should be held accountable for the dog’s behavior.
However, Brennan pointed out that Commander was no longer residing at the White House due to his aggressive behavior. Noem continued to evade the question, emphasizing the need for accountability regarding the number of people attacked by the dog.
Kristi Noem (Credits: South Dakota Search)
In another uncomfortable moment, Brennan addressed a passage in Noem’s book where she falsely claimed to have met North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un. Noem had written about meeting Kim Jong Un and asserted that he underestimated her, unaware of her experience dealing with “little tyrants” as a children’s pastor.
Noem’s responses during the interview have drawn criticism, with many questioning her judgment and credibility. The controversy surrounding her remarks about Biden’s dog and her false claim about meeting Kim Jong Un further highlights the challenges she faces as a public figure.
