Kristi Noem faces online backlash after confusing Central and South American countries on live TV
By
Bennito L. Kelty
Crisped on the outside, thoughtful enough on the inside.
Summary
Former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem was mocked online after a live TV gaffe where she incorrectly named El Salvador and Costa Rica as South American countries when asked about the U.S.'s best friend in South America. Both countries are actually in Central America. The incident occurred during a NEWSMAX interview with anchor Greta Van Susteren, prompting online commentators to criticize her geography knowledge.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledWe've worked so much with El Salvador
Who is our best friend in South America at this point?
Buy these idiots a map
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