The “bombshell” report faces a significant issue, as per the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They fiercely criticized the report in a statement named “FAKE NEWS FRIDAY,” dismissing it as entirely unfounded:
…Assistant DHS Secretary Tricia McLaughlin slammed the [Daily Mail] report as “fake news” and called it “an affront to journalism.”
“Secretary Noem has not ‘backed’ nor is even aware of the pitch of any scripted or reality show,” she wrote in a statement.
“DHS receives numerous television show ideas annually, covering a wide range from documentaries on ICE and CBP border operations to investigations into white-collar crime by HSI,” McLaughlin explained.
“Each proposal undergoes a meticulous evaluation process before being either rejected or accepted. There is a necessity to reinvigorate patriotism and civic responsibility in our nation, and we are open to considering innovative proposals. This particular pitch has not yet been approved or declined by our team,” she clarified.
This is completely false. @DailyMail’s “reporting” is an affront to journalism. Secretary Noem has not “backed” or even aware of the pitch of any scripted or reality show. @DHSgov receives hundreds of television show pitches a year, ranging from documentaries surrounding ICE… https://t.co/srSBHYl3Vp
— Tricia McLaughlin (@TriciaOhio) May 16, 2025
