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Democrats refer Kristi Noem to the DOJ for possible perjury over remarks to Congress about a $220 million DHS ad contract.
Durbin and Raskin say Noem claimed the DHS ad contract was awarded through a competitive bid.
The referral notes possible false statements about following court orders and detention standards at DHS.
Internal DHS watchdog is probing the contracting process for the $220 million campaign.
Noem faces ongoing scrutiny as she transitions to a diplomatic post overseeing the Shield of the Americas.
The letter was signed by Senator Dick Durbin and Representative Jamie Raskin.
Trump later told Reuters he wasn’t aware of the spending, complicating Noem's defense.
The article notes DHS detention centers facing unsanitary conditions and potential in-custody deaths.
The article places this within broader partisan oversight and DOJ politics under the Trump era.
If Democrats regain Congress, Noem could face further scrutiny in future elections.

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The Illinois Senate primary to replace Durbin tests Governor Pritzker's influence as Stratton, Krishnamoorthi and Kelly vie for support.
All three leading candidates vow to reform or abolish ICE amid heightened immigration enforcement scrutiny in Chicago.
Pritzker backs Stratton with endorsements and millions in fundraising, drawing CBC and party pushback.
Outside spending, including the Fairshake super PAC, has funded significant ad buys in support of Krishnamoorthi.
Kelly pushes to dismantle ICE and DHS components, distancing herself from others on the scale of reform.
Krishnamoorthi argues there is little material difference with Stratton on ICE and opposes funding for ICE or CBP.
Pritzker’s campaign finance moves are under scrutiny as Stratton’s campaign ads emphasize the governor’s support.
CBC Chair Yvette Clarke and other party leaders criticize Pritzker’s involvement in the race.
Stratton shares a background with Pritzker's powerbrokering and faces questions about campaign infrastructure.
Chicago and Cook County set records for early voting in the 2026 Illinois primary, signaling high interest.

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Stratton wins Illinois Democratic Senate primary, defeating Raja Krishnamoorthi with a lead of over six points as votes tallied.
Stratton led Krishnamoorthi by more than six points as results neared completion.
Stratton benefited from a late cash infusion from Governor Pritzker that aided her campaign.
Durbin announced he looked forward to passing the torch to Stratton at the end of his term.
Stratton positioned herself as a progressive advocate on immigration and economic policy.
Krishnamoorthi conceded and pledged support for Stratton going forward.
Krishnamoorthi had raised over $30 million for the race, a top fundraising figure.
Republican Don Tracy was the anticipated general election opponent for Stratton in November.
Turnout was unusually high for a Senate primary in a non-presidential year.
Durbin expressed the expectation that Stratton would be a strong partner in the Senate with Tammy Duckworth.

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