Kristi Noem, the former Homeland Security Secretary, is reportedly divorcing her husband, Bryon Noem, according to her mother, Corinne Arnold. This decision follows allegations that Bryon Noem was involved in cross-dressing and communicating with online fetish models. Arnold stated, 'It has been difficult, but we knew this was coming, that they were going to get divorced.'
In March, reports surfaced claiming that Bryon Noem, 56, was wearing women's clothing and making comments about women’s bodies. The allegations included messages exchanged between Bryon Noem and three women in the adult entertainment industry. Additionally, he reportedly shared a selfie in which he was seen wearing a skin-colored top with fake breasts and pink shorts.
Arnold mentioned that Kristi Noem informed her family of her plans to divorce in late spring, shortly after the controversial photos emerged. A representative for Noem stated that she is 'devastated' and that the family was caught off guard by the situation, requesting privacy during this time. The allegations against Bryon Noem came shortly after Kristi Noem was dismissed from her role by President Donald Trump, who acknowledged her previous contributions but appointed her to a different position. The Washington Examiner reached out to Noem's office for further comments.