Man Pardoned by Kristi Noem Charged in Niece’s Death
Mark Milk, who was previously granted clemency for a 1993 homicide by then-South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, is now facing six federal charges in connection with the death of his 14-year-old niece, McKenna Wendel. These charges include counts related to the distribution of cocaine that prosecutors allege contributed to her death, as well as transporting a minor across state lines for sexual activity. Wendel’s body was discovered in March, and the investigation, which spans three states, has led to these serious accusations against Milk.
John Q. Hosedrinker