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A watchdog report found that the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Intelligence and Analysis did not properly secure smartphones used by its staff, leading to a heightened risk of cyberattacks.
A memorandum from President Trump directs officials to ensure all Department of Homeland Security employees, including those in the Coast Guard, FEMA, and CISA, receive pay after going without during a prolonged government shutdown.
Progress on Department of Homeland Security funding has stalled as public support for Democrats and Republicans becomes more entrenched, deepening the rift after House Republicans rejected a Senate spending bill.
Jose Medina, a Venezuelan illegal immigrant previously released under Biden and accused of fatally shooting 18-year-old Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman, was hauled into court following his latest arrest. The killing has sparked outrage, with critics slamming Chicago's 'revolving door' justice system and the victim's family demanding accountability.
The ongoing partial government shutdown, now in its second month, has led to 50,000 TSA officers working without pay, prompting the U.S. to warn that some airports may be forced to shut down due to the funding standoff, as lawmakers continue to debate DHS funding.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has pushed back against her department’s inspector general, who accused her office of 'systematically obstructing' his work in a letter to Congress.
The ongoing shutdown at the Department of Homeland Security has extended to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, leading to demoralized employees and concerns about the agency's ability to defend against cyber threats without a Senate-confirmed leader.
Three federal officers, including one from ICE and two from Federal Protective Services, were injured during protests in Los Angeles.
Donald Trump has reportedly instructed his aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran, particularly the Strait of Hormuz. He also issued a stern warning to Iran, stating they 'better get smart soon' and that the 'no more Mr. nice guy' approach is over.
US airports continue to experience significant delays and staff shortages due to unpaid Department of Homeland Security staff, while ICE officers maintain deportation operations and assist with airport security despite the lapse in federal funding.
Donald Trump has extended a deadline for a strike threat by 10 days and paused attacks on Iran’s energy sector, giving Iranians ten more days to open the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a fall in oil prices. Meanwhile, Israel reportedly assassinated Iranian regime leaders involved in the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
A new report reveals that Corey Lewandowski, despite his limited role as an adviser to Kristi Noem, exerted significant influence over contracts, personnel, and operations within the Department of Homeland Security.
The president’s choice of Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma to replace her at the Department of Homeland Security could trigger a cascade of aspirants for his seat.
The requests followed Times reporting that the Department of Homeland Security had sent Meta and other companies subpoenas for information on accounts that track or comment on ICE.
With Congress in recess, Democrats and the White House continue to exchange offers but remain far from a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
The Secretary of Homeland Security announced that the department will run out of funds for paychecks in May, threatening renewed chaos at airports. Lawmakers remain divided over a deal to end the two-month shutdown of the department.
Markwayne Mullin assumes the role of incoming D.H.S. secretary, facing the challenge of publicly resetting the agency while simultaneously advancing President Trump’s deportation agenda.
The US Department of Homeland Security funding lapse, now the longest partial shutdown, continues to cause airport chaos. President Trump has ordered airport security personnel to receive their payroll to alleviate staffing shortages and long queues.
The senator sounded a warmer and fuzzier tone at his D.H.S. confirmation hearing than President Trump often has, the latest sign that the administration wants to project a more moderated approach.
The political standoff over DHS deepened as Democrats held firm on ICE reforms, while a frustrated Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., accused them of playing politics.
Democrats refused to allow a bill to reopen the Department of Homeland Security to move ahead without new restrictions on federal agents carrying out President Trump’s immigration enforcement drive.
Tricia McLaughlin is resigning from her role as a spokeswoman for the Homeland Security Department.