Inside the Resilient Marriage of Kristi Noem: How Her Husband Stood Strong Amidst Affair Allegations

Amid swirling rumors of an affair, Kristi Noem’s husband, Bryon Noem, has chosen to stand by her, driven by his deep commitment to his Christian beliefs. This decision comes despite mounting pressure from family members who reportedly urge him to leave the marriage of 24 years, following allegations involving Corey Lewandowski, a close advisor to Kristi Noem.

The controversy surrounding South Dakota’s governor intensified after allegations of an affair with Lewandowski surfaced, although both parties have denied any inappropriate relationship. These accusations first came to light through an exclusive report by the Daily Mail in 2023, casting a shadow over Noem’s political career.

In an interview with the New York Post, a family member shed light on Bryon Noem’s perspective, highlighting his steadfast loyalty. “He decided about 20 years ago that it was his divine calling to support her in all her endeavors,” the family member revealed, underscoring Bryon’s unwavering support as a testament to his personal convictions.

Despite the turbulence, Bryon’s resolve to uphold his vows remains firm, illustrating a commitment to both his marriage and the principles he holds dear.

‘He said he decided about 20 years ago that it was his calling from God to support her in whatever she decided to do,’ they said. 

‘So he has put up with the humiliation. We will see if he sticks with her now.’ 

The family member said Bryon’s resolve to stay married ‘is him honoring the calling from God.’ 

They added: ‘But it seems like there would be some limit to that.’ 

Kristi Noem’s long suffering husband Bryon is being urged by his family members to finally leave her, a report says

Noem married her husband in 1992 after they met as high school students, and they share three children together. Bryon is pictured showing support for his wife as she is grilled by lawmakers on Wednesday, March 4

Noem married her husband in 1992 after they met as high school students. They share three children together. 

Lewandowski has been married to his wife Alison for more than a decade. 

Noem entered politics in 2006, first becoming a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives before working her way into the governorship and later the Trump administration. 

But according to relatives, the Noems’ marriage has had ups and downs for years, with some saying they long knew of the Lewandowski rumors. 

One relative, who was not named, said Noem never warmed to her husband’s side, and said that she ‘despises the Noem family.’ 

The family member added that they hoped Noem’s public grilling in Congress over her tenure as Homeland Security Secretary would open her husband’s eyes to their situation. 

‘I actually liked that he sat behind her while she was grilled on the ICE atrocities,’ they said. ‘I think he’s ignored the reality. Maybe he has to face it now.’ 

The ousted Homeland Security secretary has denied having an affair with her top aide and Trump ally Corey Lewandowski for years

Bryon Noem’s family members reportedly said they believe he has ‘ignored the reality’ of their marriage and her role in the Trump administration 

The grilling on Wednesday, the day before Noem was brutally fired by Trump, saw California Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove bring up the allegations of her affair with Lewandowski while Bryon was in the audience. 

Kamlager-Dove accused Noem of having a relationship with a ‘subordinate’, which Noem has repeatedly denied in the past.

During the hearing she seemed to try and avoid answering her questions, a move which stunned her relatives.

‘What gets me is she couldn’t say no,’ the family member said. ‘When she’s getting grilled about it, she couldn’t say no.

‘She’s not the same girl — we used to be close friends.’ 

Noem was before Congress this week to defend her department’s immigration crackdown strategy.

It was the first time she appeared in front of congressional lawmakers since two protesters – Renee Good and Alex Pretti, both 37 – were killed by federal officers in Minneapolis.

Noem was also questioned for her department’s decision to use $220million of taxpayer money on a border security advertising campaign.

She said Trump signed off on the decision, only for the US President to later say he ‘never knew anything about it.’

The Daily Mail has reached out to Lewandowski, Noem and the Department of Homeland Security for comment.