CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip DHS To Shut Down Tonight As Noem Under Fire For Behavior
Feb 14, 2026
Tim, a regular panel contributor on politics and DHS operations; Corey Lewandowski, veteran political operative tied to DHS personnel questions; and Don Lemon, TV journalist facing arraignment. They dig into a looming DHS shutdown and chaotic leadership concerns. They also explore video evidence challenging ICE accounts and whether livestreams undercut charges against Lemon.
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DHS Funding Standoff Highlights Deep Divide
- The DHS faces an imminent shutdown because Congress is split and lawmakers are on vacation.
- Democrats demand ICE reforms like warrants and body cameras while Republicans call it political theater.
Video Undermines ICE Account In Minneapolis Case
- Video evidence contradicted ICE's account of an alleged ambush in Minneapolis.
- Officials are investigating whether ICE officers lied in sworn testimony, a potential federal crime.
Blanket Incident Sparks Leadership Concerns
- The Wall Street Journal reported chaos in Kristi Noem's DHS with Corey Lewandowski wielding power.
- Lewandowski reportedly fired a Coast Guard pilot over Noem's blanket left on a plane.