Law enforcement sources told The Intercept that Noem’s tale about a cannibal was a fabrication.

HOMELAND SECURITY SECRETARY Kristi Noem told a preposterous story demonizing immigrants in high-profile public remarks alongside President Donald Trump and on Fox News last summer, about a cannibal who ate other people and then, on his Immigration and Customs Enforcement deportation flight, began to eat himself. At the time, The Intercept was unable to substantiate any part of the tale.

Now, three officials from federal law enforcement agencies — including Noem’s own Department of Homeland Security — with knowledge of the allegations say the entire story was fabricated.

“It is completely false,” said one senior law enforcement official who is familiar with the allegation but not authorized to speak publicly on the subject.

Two other federal law enforcement officials echoed this, telling The Intercept that the claims were ludicrous and that there was no evidence corroborating the story.

Asked for comment, a DHS spokesperson said Noem was simply relaying the claims of an air marshal. “What ‘fabrication’ of the story of the cannibal?” the spokesperson said. “She was told that story on a deportation flight by one of the air marshals.”

  • HellsBelle@sh.itjust.worksOPEnglish
    3·
    11 hours ago

    Yup.

    Narcissism, characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance and a lack of empathy (American Psychiatric Association [APA], 2013), has been a hallmark of numerous political leaders throughout history.

    The aphorism “power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely” (Acton, 1887) encapsulates the relationship between politics and egocentrism. Politicians often seek positions of influence to control resources and shape societal structures, which inherently fosters egocentric behavior.

    Politicians often operate with a malleable moral compass, disregarding established norms to achieve their objectives.

    Radicalism, defined by uncompromising advocacy for change, is another trait commonly observed in politicians.

    Trust issues are another hallmark of political psychology. The adversarial nature of politics necessitates a cautious approach to relationships, fostering an environment of suspicion and guardedness.

    Contrary to popular perception, patriotism is not always the driving force behind political decisions. Politicians frequently prioritize economic or geopolitical interests over national welfare.

    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/psychology-politicians-narcissism-egocentrism-joseph-jackson--m00ce

    • ctrl_alt_esc@lemmy.ml
      1·
      4 hours ago

      That implies that they were not egocentric before getting into their positions. I think it’s rather that this type of position attracts this type of people and that our society is built in a way that rewards antisocial behaviour, as opposed to the position corrupting the person.