Noem Orders $200M in Luxury Gulfstream Jets for DHS During Shutdown

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem authorized the purchase of six Gulfstream G700 luxury jets for approximately $200 million during the October 2025 government shutdown, when most federal spending was halted. The jets were designated for DHS leadership travel. Congressional Democrats and some Republicans called for an Inspector General investigation, noting the purchase violated the spirit of shutdown spending restrictions and drew stark contrast with furloughed federal workers.