Noem appointed to new envoy role amid Senate race

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has been appointed to the newly created position of 'Special Envoy to the Shield of the Americas.' The role is reportedly seen within political circles as a move to sideline her, with the intention of keeping her from running in the upcoming South Dakota Senate race. She is viewed as a political liability, and the appointment is seen as a way to keep her from gaining legitimate influence or power.