Sure, Kristi Noem Spending $200 Million On Private Jets Sounds Like A Lot, But You Can't Seriously Expect Her To Make Do With A Mere $50 Million Plane Budget - Jalopnik

Kristi Noem's Private Jet Budget

Kristi Noem, a real person who runs the Department of Homeland Security, recently requested an increase in her private jet budget from $50 million to $200 million.

Simply spend $200 million on two jets instead

According to the New York Times, Noem found that the initial $50 million budget was not sufficient to purchase a satisfactory private jet, leading to the increased request.

The situation highlights the challenges of finding a suitable private jet within a limited budget, as even $50 million may not be enough to purchase a desirable aircraft.

Author's summary: Noem's jet budget increased to $200 million.

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Jalopnik Jalopnik — 2025-10-27