Kristi Noem explodes at CBS host in on-air clash over deadly ICE shootings

The tense exchange occurred during an interview on Face the Nation, when Brennan asked questions about the Jan. 7 shooting of Renee Good. The ICE agent involved, Jonathan Ross, has been identified in numerous media reports.

“Let me talk to you about the officer, Jonathan Ross,” Brennan said. “He was hit, he was hospitalized….”

Noem interrupted her mid-sentence.

“Don’t say his name!Noem said. “I mean, for God’s sake… we shouldn’t allow people to continue to ignore law enforcement while the number of death threats against them increases by 8,000%.”

Brennan pushed back, noting that Ross’ identity was already public.

“I know, but that doesn’t mean it needs to keep being said,” Noem responded, claiming that “people have attacked him and his family and they are in danger.” She added that law enforcement officers across the country face threats and attacks every day, including in hotels.