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Reports: Bryon Noem's cross-dressing was 'open secret' in Washington

Daily Mail reports that Washington and DHS insiders had been gossiping for months about Bryon Noem's alleged cross-dressing and fetish, while Governor Kristi Noem says she was blindsided and the family asks for privacy.

Apr 2nd 2026 · United States

Insights

  • Daily Mail cites unnamed White House and DHS insiders saying Bryon Noem's cross-dressing and alleged bimbofication fetish were gossiped about for months.
  • A senior DHS official told the outlet they had heard Bryon Noem was a cross-dresser since last year.
  • Governor Kristi Noem says she was blindsided by the allegations and previously called affair rumors tabloid garbage.
  • A spokesperson said the family is devastated and asked for privacy and prayers.
  • The couple have been married nearly 34 years and have three adult children and several grandchildren.