Kristi Noem disastrous book tour worsened even further

Kristi Noem's questionable claims of meeting Kim Jong Un and shooting her puppy are causing a viral sensation in politics.

Meeting with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un would undoubtedly be a memorable experience, but South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem seems to have a fuzzy memory when it comes to whether she actually met him. Noem, known for her anti-LGBTQ+ stance, is currently promoting her controversial autobiography, where she boasts about shooting her puppy in front of a construction crew. Despite defending her actions in multiple interviews, she is facing scrutiny for other questionable anecdotes in her book.

In her book, titled "No Going Back," Noem claims to have met with Kim during her time on the House Armed Services Committee from 2013-15. However, experts in U.S.-North Korea relations have raised doubts about the authenticity of this meeting, citing the lack of news coverage and official notifications during that time period. Noem's vague responses to questions about the meeting have only added to the confusion.

Additionally, Noem's book includes other dubious stories, such as a canceled meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron and a misinterpretation of a phone call with former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley. Despite attempts to clarify these incidents, Noem's credibility is being called into question, especially as she continues to face backlash for her controversial statements and actions.

As Noem struggles to control the narrative surrounding these controversies, her political career is facing increasing scrutiny. Her attempts to align herself with former President Donald Trump for a potential 2024 presidential bid have been overshadowed by the backlash from her autobiography. Even Trump himself has expressed disgust over her puppy-shooting anecdote.

In the midst of these controversies, Noem's political future remains uncertain. Her attempts to portray herself as a strong leader with foreign policy experience have backfired, leading to further criticism and doubts about her credibility. As she continues to face backlash and scrutiny, the impact of her controversial actions and statements on her political career remains to be seen.