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Is Kristi Noem running for president in 2028?

Maybe - Kristi Noem is floated as a possible 2028 candidate. Kristi Noem has been discussed as a possible 2028 contender but has not committed to a run. Former Cabinet member with a national profile.

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Kristi Noem at a glance

  • PartyRepublican
  • Current roleU.S. Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas; former Homeland Security Secretary
  • Age (2026)54
  • Home stateSouth Dakota
  • 2028 statusPossible
  • Age on Inauguration Day 202957
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Where things stand

A former South Dakota governor who served as Homeland Security secretary in 2025-2026 and has been U.S. special envoy for the Shield of the Americas since March 2026, with a national profile that keeps her in future-contender lists.

Standing: Kristi Noem has not appeared in the national 2028 Republican primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders said they would decide only after the November 2026 midterms. See the full 2028 primary polls.

Chances in 2028

Will Kristi Noem win the 2028 presidential election?

Kristi Noem's 2028 presidential election prospects, as of November 6, 2026: rated "Possible" in our 2028 tracker. Former Cabinet member with a national profile.

Will Kristi Noem win the 2028 Republican presidential nomination?

Kristi Noem's Republican nomination prospects: Kristi Noem has not appeared in the national 2028 Republican primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders said they would decide only after the November 2026 midterms. 2028 Republican primary polling (Wikipedia aggregation)

Kristi Noem's 2028 campaign status

As of November 6, 2026, Kristi Noem has not formally filed a 2028 presidential campaign with the FEC.

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Quick answers

Kristi Noem 2028: frequently asked questions

Is Kristi Noem running for president in 2028?
Maybe - Kristi Noem is floated as a possible 2028 candidate. Kristi Noem has been discussed as a possible 2028 contender but has not committed to a run. Former Cabinet member with a national profile.
What are Kristi Noem's 2028 Republican nomination prospects?
Kristi Noem is currently rated "Possible" for 2028. Kristi Noem has not appeared in the national 2028 Republican primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders said they would decide only after the November 2026 midterms.
What party is Kristi Noem in?
Kristi Noem is a member of the Republican Party. Current role: U.S. Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas; former Homeland Security Secretary.
How old is Kristi Noem?
Kristi Noem is 54 years old (as of June 2026), and would be 57 on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2029.
Has Kristi Noem officially announced a 2028 campaign?
As of November 6, 2026, no - Kristi Noem has not formally filed a 2028 presidential campaign. Former Cabinet member with a national profile.
What are Kristi Noem's chances of winning the 2028 election?
It is far too early to put firm odds on 2028. No nominee has been chosen, and the prediction markets do not yet show a stable number for Kristi Noem, who is currently rated "Possible". Watch the live odds and polls as the field forms.
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