In a recent development, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has come under fire for controversial passages in her forthcoming book, "No Going Back: The Truth on What's Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward." The book has garnered attention for a number of anecdotes, including false claims, a disturbing story about killing her dog, and allegations of feeling threatened during a phone call with former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley.

One particularly questionable anecdote revolves around Noem's alleged meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during her time in Congress. When confronted about the lack of public record supporting her claims, Noem admitted that the anecdote should not have been included in the book and confirmed that it would be removed by her publisher, Center Street. However, she did not address whether the meeting actually took place.

During an appearance on "CBS Mornings," Noem defended herself by stating that she has met with numerous world leaders and has traveled extensively. Despite this, she refused to provide specific details about her meetings or trips when pressed by moderators. She did mention having been to the demilitarized zone (DMZ) separating North and South Korea, but failed to clarify about any visits to North Korea itself.

Noem also stood by her account of a phone call with Nikki Haley, where she claimed to have felt threatened. She emphasized the importance of words and described the call as revealing that Haley saw herself as the sole female Republican politician, leaving no room for others. These remarks have led to speculation about Noem's political future, as she was once considered as a potential running mate for former President Donald Trump.

However, the controversy surrounding Noem reached its peak when she wrote about an incident in her book involving the killing of her dog, Cricket, decades ago. She explained that the decision was made due to the dog's aggressive behavior during training for pheasant hunting. Noem acknowledged the difficulty of the decision, stating that she wanted to convey her commitment to taking personal responsibility rather than passing it on to others.

Governor Noem's book tour started on "Face the Nation," where she faced questions about her book's mention of President Biden's dog, Commander, known for biting people at the White House. Noem suggested that the president should be held accountable for the dog's behavior, prompting the interviewer to ask if she was advocating for the dog to be shot. Noem responded by saying that the president should be held accountable in general.

Following the "Face the Nation" interview, Noem took to social media, accusing the "fake news media" of interrupting her and displaying a double standard.

As Governor Noem faces ongoing scrutiny and backlash over the contentious anecdotes in her book, the future of her political career and public image remains uncertain. The removal of the disputed passages raises questions about the credibility of her storytelling, while critics continue to scrutinize her actions and statements.