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Wasteful Spending in Noem's Ad Campaign

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Democratic senators uncover wasteful spending in a $220 million ad campaign for former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, revealing excessive costs for horse rentals, hair and makeup, labor, videography, and a signing bonus. Senators question Noems claim of Trumps approval and express concern over accountability in government spending.

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Wasteful Spending in Noem's Ad Campaign

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It's March 26. This is Entertainment and Celebrity News today, powered by AI, your daily dose of celebrity buzz. Democratic senators have uncovered wasteful spending in a $220 million ad campaign for former Homeland Security Secretary Christie. Know them. The cowboy theme spot showed her riding horses near Mount Rushmore and praised America's open spaces and freedoms. This revelation came after senators demanded details from the production company behind the one-minute video. The breakdown includes $20,000 for horse rentals, nearly $4,000 on hair and makeup, over $107,000. Dollars in labor, and about $53,000 for videography. The firm also got a $60,000 signing bonus. These costs fueled questions about taxpayer money under Noems Watch. Senator Peter Welch called it, waste, fraud, and abuse, highlighting the excessive production expenses. Some makers doubt at Noems claim that President Trump approved the massive budget, saying

it did not sound like something he would sign off on. Trump grew furious and fired Noem on March 5th, shifting her to a new role as special envoy for security initiative in the Western Hemisphere. Her senior advisor, Corey Lewandowski, left around the same time amid rumors of an affair, which both have denied. Scrutiny over the ad and personal allegations mark the end of Noems' turbulent tenure, giving questions about accountability and government spending. As investigations continue...

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