Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem fell victim to a thief while eating dinner at a downtown Washington, DC, restaurant Sunday night, the secretary confirmed Monday.

Over the Easter weekend, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem had her purse stolen while out for dinner. The bag contained several valuable items, including a government badge.

Secretary Kristi Noem had her handbag - with $3,000 (£2,260) in cash inside - stolen from her while dining at a Washington, DC, restaurant. Noem confirmed during the White House Easter Egg Roll on Monday morning that she fell victim to the theft,