'Shouldn't I be dead first?' Statue honoring Kristi Noem unveiled in South Dakota

"It just seemed strange to do a statue when you're still alive."

A life-sized statue of former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was unveiled in Pierre, South Dakota. The statue features her horse, Iceman, as part of the "Trail of Governors" art installation honoring South Dakota governors. Noem served as governor in the state from 2019-2025.

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