Kristi Noem

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Kristi Noem's Controversial Decision: The Puppy Scandal Unveiled

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Find out why politicians and dog experts are in an uproar over Governor Kristi Noem's shocking revelation about her pet dog

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has sparked controversy and outrage after revealing the shocking truth about her decision to shoot her family dog Cricket, labeling it as 'untrainable.' The news spread like wildfire, with late-night host Stephen Colbert scolding Noem and the public expressing widespread condemnation. Despite the backlash, Noem defended her actions in a forthcoming memoir, detailing the tough choice she had to make. The revelation has divided opinions, with some criticizing her harsh decision while others understanding the difficult circumstances.

This revelation has not only drawn attention to Noem's personal life but has also put a spotlight on her political career. As a Trump VP contender, her actions have raised questions about her judgment and compassion. The incident has brought to light the complexities of being a public figure and the scrutiny that comes with it. Noem's response to the backlash will undoubtedly shape her future in politics and public perception.

In a surprising turn of events, Noem's memoir also includes a graphic account of her killing a pet goat, adding further fuel to the already blazing controversy. The inclusion of this additional detail has intensified the public's outrage and disbelief. The shocking revelations have made Governor Kristi Noem a polarizing figure, with supporters defending her tough stance and critics condemning her actions. This scandal is likely to have a lasting impact on Noem's reputation and political career, as she navigates the fallout of this controversial decision.

To further complicate matters, South Dakota's state law may consider Noem's account of Cricket killing a neighbor's chickens as a class two misdemeanor, potentially leading to legal repercussions. The legal implications of her actions add a new layer of complexity to the already contentious situation. As the story continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Governor Kristi Noem will address the legal challenges and public outcry surrounding the incident.

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Stephen Colbert Scolds Kristi Noem for Killing Her Puppy (The New York Times)

No! Bad, psycho governor! No! Sit down!” Colbert said on Monday's “Late Show,” spraying water from a bottle.

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Trump VP contender Kristi Noem responds to backlash over story ... (WUNC)

The Republican South Dakota governor details what she says was a tough decision to shoot an "untrainable" family dog in a forthcoming memoir.

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A memo from South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem's PR team, regarding ... (USA TODAY)

South Dakota governor Kristi Noem, seen here not shooting a puppy. The MAGA folks love toughness, and former President Donald Trump is always saying people “ ...

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Kristi Noem Doubles Down on Decision to Kill Family Dog, Adds ... (Vanity Fair)

Days after it was revealed that her new book includes a graphic account of her killing a pet dog (and goat), South Dakota governor Kristi Noem has doubled ...

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Kristi Noem's story of killing her dog points to class two misdemeanor (The Guardian)

South Dakota governor's account of family dog Cricket killing neighbor's chickens may be an offence, according to state law.

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Kristi Noem defends killing puppy after widespread outrage from ... (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

The South Dakota governor said in an excerpt from her upcoming memoir about the incident that “it was not a pleasant job, but it had to be done."

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Politicians, dog experts vilify South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem for ... (The Associated Press)

Politicians and dog experts are criticizing South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem after she wrote in a new book about killing a rambunctious puppy.

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South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's political career in photos (USA TODAY)

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem appears at the Conservative Political Action Conference, CPAC 2024 on Feb. 23, 2024, in National Harbor, MD.

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Who is Kristi Noem? What we know about the Trump VP contender ... (USA TODAY)

South Dakota's governor, Kristi Noem, who is a Trump VP contender, said she killed a dog named Cricket 20 years ago because it was "untrainable."

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Stephen Colbert berates Kristi Noem for killing her dog | CNN ... (CNN)

On “The Late Show,” Stephen Colbert weighs in on South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem's upcoming book where she admits to killing her dog.

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Kristi Noem 'had a shot' at Trump VP slot before dog-killing boast ... (The Guardian)

No dog person himself, apparently even Trump sees the bad optics in having a 'puppy killer' as a running mate.

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South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem defends killing dog for bad ... (USA TODAY)

Governor Kristi Noem, a Trump vice presidential candidate, landed in controversy for killing her former dog. Rivals seized the moment to share photos with ...

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Puppy-killing Kristi Noem may have brought us together • Iowa ... (Iowa Capital Dispatch)

I dated a guy in college who grew up on a farm in southern Illinois — El Paso, Illinois, to be precise. The first time I visited his family, I was enveloped ...

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I'm Sad for Kristi Noem's Daughter, Not Just Her Puppy (The Nation)

“Hey, where's Cricket?” Too many takedowns of Kristi Noem's dog-murdering cruelty leave out the cruelest part: Her daughter, Kennedy, then 7, came home on ...

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Puppy Slayer Kristi Noem Is Probably Not Going to Be Donald ... (Vanity Fair)

Donald Trump famously hates dogs (and most living things), but it appears that South Dakota governor Kristi Noem's bizarrely detailed account of killing her ...

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Stephen Colbert: 'If you like puppies, you're not going to like Kristi ... (The Guardian)

Late-night hosts discuss the South Dakota governor and possible Trump VP pick revealing she killed her family dog.

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'That was rough': Steve Bannon, Donald Trump Jr. criticize Kristi ... (USA TODAY)

Appearing on Donald Trump Jr.'s show 'Triggered,' Steve Bannon said Gov. Kristi Noem is 'a little too based' after she wrote about killing her dog.

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South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem pilloried for writing about killing her ... (CBS News)

Experts who work with hunting dogs like Gov. Kristin Noem's said she should have trained — not killed — her puppy, or found other options if the dog was out ...

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US South Dakota gov, Kristi Noem criticised for killing dog (Vanguard)

The son of the former US President Donald Trump was among Americans who criticised South Dakota governor, Kristi Noem for killing her dog.

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Kristi Noem's dog-killing embodies the cruel phoneyness of today's ... (The Guardian)

The South Dakota governor's proud dog murder tells a lot about how posturing Trumpists like she and Greg Gianforte think.

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Mitt Romney says his dog scandal doesn't compare to Kristi Noem's ... (The Guardian)

Republican senator says Noem's story of killing her 14-month-old hunting dog makes her unlikely to be Trump's running mate.

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What was South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem thinking? Everybody loves ... (Los Angeles Times)

Republican South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, a VP contender, brags about killing her dog and goat in a new memoir. The backlash has been bipartisan.

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South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem shot her dog. Was that legal? (PolitiFact)

It may be the most controversial dog death since "Old Yeller" — the faithful stray dog turned rabid — that had to be put.

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Kristi Noem killed her dog - and her chances of being Trump's VP (The Globe and Mail)

Well, strike one leading candidate from Donald Trump's vice-presidential list. That would be dog murderer Kristi Noem, the Governor of South Dakota.

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'She killed her chances': Kristi Noem's odds dim of being Trump's VP ... (ABC News)

Kristi Noem was widely promoted as a top contender to be former President Donald Trump's 2024 running mate. But now, she appears increasingly on unsteady ...

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South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem defends killing her 'less than ... (WDBJ7)

Politicians and dog ...

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South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem continues to defend shooting her ... (NBC News)

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem on Wednesday reiterated her defense of shooting and killing her family's dog, which she reportedly details in a forthcoming ...

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