Kristi Noem has been removed from her position as US Secretary of Homeland Security by President Donald Trump, following a series of scandals.

US President Donald Trump caused a political earthquake in America when he replaced the current Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, with Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin.

Backlash grew against homeland security secretary after slew of controversies from Trump’s immigration crackdown Kristi Noem’s year-long tenure as homeland security secretary has been plagued by…

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.

Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., faces Senate confirmation battle to replace Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary amid Democratic opposition and agency shutdown.

House Democrats largely voted against funding the Department of Homeland Security, despite the heightened threat situation amid the U.S. military operation in Iran.

President Trump announced Thursday that Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., is his pick to replace Kristi Noem as the head of the Department of Homeland Security.

The US Department of Homeland Security has updated its statistics, adding six citizens from Bosnia and Herzegovina to a list of foreign nationals accused of serious crimes in America.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's testimony about a $220 million ad campaign, featuring her face and reportedly approved by President Trump, has sparked White House fury. Senator John Kennedy questioned the approval process, leading to reports of Trump considering Noem's replacement, with Markwayne Mullin's name surfacing. Noem also faced scrutiny over contracts and her association with Corey Lewandowski.

Governor Noem forcefully defended the Department of Homeland Security's actions during a House Judiciary Committee hearing, engaging in sharp exchanges with lawmakers over immigration enforcement, the DHS shutdown, and other issues.

Camp East Montana in Texas has been under growing scrutiny over its living conditions and has been grappling with a measles outbreak.

The US Department of Homeland Security is investigating an employee, Bovino, for allegedly making disparaging remarks about the Jewish faith.

Noem defended the Homeland Security Department in appearances before Congress following a shooting incident.

An exception to the slashing of federal agencies was the Department of Homeland Security, which handles immigration enforcement and saw slight growth

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is appearing before lawmakers in the Senate and House to address bipartisan questions regarding immigration enforcement.

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is standing by her remarks calling the acts of two U.S. citizens shot dead by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis "domestic terrorism."

Homeland Security is revetting some border crossers amid the Iran conflict to identify potential threats and sleeper cells, Secretary Kristi Noem said.

Homeland security secretary was grilled in Senate hearing over immigration enforcement crackdown in Twin Cities US politics live – latest updates Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox The secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. (DHS), Kristi Noem, on Tuesday would not retract her statements calling the two US citizens who were killed by immigration enforcement officers in Minneapolis earlier this year “domestic terrorists”, while also claim...

The Department of Homeland Security is investigating Gregory Bovino, known for Trump-era immigration crackdowns, for allegedly making disparaging comments about a U.S. attorney in Minnesota who is an Orthodox Jew.

A report from the Office of Intelligence and Analysis at the Department of Homeland Security said Iran and its proxies "probably" pose a threat of targeted attacks on the United States.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is largely unfunded despite a heightened terror threat, raising concerns about national security.

Lawmakers and the Department of Homeland Security express alarm over the possibility of a DHS shutdown and unpaid agency employees, with homeland security concerns heightened following recent US and Israeli strikes on Iran.

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues, while discussions emerge about Trump's plan for powering AI data centers.

The IRS is facing scrutiny for allegedly breaking the law by sharing taxpayer data with the Department of Homeland Security, raising concerns about implications for American citizens.

The Department of Homeland Security has criticized New Jersey's proposed 'F---ICE Act,' which would allow civil action against immigration agents, citing a significant increase in assaults on agents.

Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) faces potential operational disruptions due to an ongoing DHS shutdown, as Democrats and Republicans remain at odds over ICE reforms.

A Department of Homeland Security official, Heather Honey, stated that ICE will not be present at polling places during the November midterms, dismissing the possibility as 'disinformation'.

An article discusses methods and strategies to curtail Homeland Security's extensive spending on spy technology, examining the implications and potential reforms.

The US Department of Homeland Security announced it will not conduct immigration operations at polling stations during this year's midterm elections, except in cases of public safety threats.

In a call with top state voting officials, a Department of Homeland Security official stated unequivocally that immigration agents would not be patrolling polling places during this year's midterms.

Maryland has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's Department of Homeland Security to prevent the conversion of an empty warehouse into an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility.

A general news report or update concerning the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, likely covering its operations, policies, or recent activities.

The Department of Homeland Security claims the government shutdown allows it to ban surprise congressional visits to immigration detention facilities, leading to an ongoing legal battle with lawmakers.

The Department of Homeland Security has responded to the six-week detention of a UK grandmother by ICE, stating her husband had overstayed his H-1B visa for 20 years.

The Department of Homeland Security announced the suspension of the Global Entry program as the partial government shutdown continues.

TSA PreCheck services are reportedly caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

The TSA PreCheck program has been caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, impacting travel services.

TSA PreCheck services are reportedly caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown, impacting travel and security operations.

The TSA PreCheck program is caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown, potentially impacting travelers.

The Department of Homeland Security has issued a new advisory for TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, as millions of US travelers face longer airport lines due to a government shutdown and severe winter weather.

The Department of Homeland Security has temporarily halted TSA Precheck and Global Entry airport security programs, effective Sunday morning, as airlines prepare for an impending blizzard.

TSA PreCheck services at Chicago O'Hare airport continue to operate normally, despite a recent suspension announcement from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

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.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has suspended several airport security programs aimed at expediting registered travelers through security lines. This suspension is expected to cause potential inconveniences and headaches for passengers.

Democrats accuse DHS of ‘kneecapping’ programs that help speed registered travelers through security lines

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly planning to halt its TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs, according to a Washington Post report.

An Iranian orphan, adopted by a US veteran, faces deportation after receiving a letter from the Department of Homeland Security ordering her to appear for removal proceedings before an immigration judge in California.

Senator Maggie Hassan has requested the Department of Homeland Security's inspector general to investigate potential bias in Minneapolis investigations following accusations against Renée G.

The White House's opposition to reforming ICE is prolonging the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, which is expected to last until the end of the month, as Democrats use the standoff to highlight their opposition to Trump’s immigration policy.

Judge Orders ICE Not To Re-Detain Abrego Garcia Authored by Matthew Vadum via The Epoch Times, A federal judge has blocked U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE) from re-arresting Kilmar Abrego Garcia, one of the men at the center of the Trump administration’s deportation battles. The Salvadoran national’s case attracted attention across the country, including widespread protests, after the federal government detained him in March 2025 and shipped him to El Salvador’s maximum security prison, the Terrorism Confinement Center, along with an airplane full of other deportees. He was later returned to the United States, where he has had long-running legal battles with the administration. U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis, who ordered the administration to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return last year, ruled on Feb. 17 that he cannot be deported again because the federal government has not presented a feasible plan for removing him from the country. The judge said that despite releasing Abrego Garcia, the government appeared to be making plans to re-detain him, so Abrego Garcia filed an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order to prevent being re-detained. The court previously granted the requested order. In the new order, the court granted Abrego Garcia’s request to upgrade the temporary restraining order to an injunction to prevent him from being re-detained. Abrego Garcia, who entered the United States illegally more than a decade ago, had been living in Maryland when federal agents arrested him. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security takes the position that Abrego Garcia is a “violent criminal illegal alien, and MS-13 gang member,” who “belongs behind bars and off American soil.” Abrego Garcia, who is facing separate criminal charges, denies being a member of MS-13, which has been designated a terrorist organization. Xinis previously ordered his release on Dec. 11, 2025, finding that because the federal government had never issued a final order of removal against him, it could not detain him in order to force him from the country. The government said in a brief last month that Abrego Garcia may be detained because an immigration judge issued an order of removal on Dec. 11, 2025, that became final on Jan. 13 of this year. Detention after that order “does not require that the country of removal be certain in order for detention to be lawful,” the brief said. The judge suggested the federal government is not serious about removing Abrego Garcia from the United States. Since he secured release from criminal custody in August 2025, the government has “made one empty threat after another to remove him to countries in Africa with no real chance of success,” she said. The judge said that, given the federal government’s maneuvering in the case, it was doubtful that Abrego Garcia would be deported in the “reasonably foreseeable future,” so he may not be re-arrested or put into immigration detention. “Respondents have done nothing to show that Abrego Garcia’s continued detention in ICE custody is consistent with due process,” Xinis said. In April 2025, Xinis had ordered that Abrego Garcia be returned to the United States from the prison in El Salvador. The same month, the Supreme Court ordered that the federal government take steps to bring him back to the United States. The government of El Salvador cooperated, and Abrego Garcia was returned to the United States in June 2025. At the same time, Abrego Garcia is currently facing federal criminal charges in Tennessee related to the alleged unlawful transportation of undocumented aliens. He has entered not guilty pleas to the charges. The May 2025 indictment brought against Abrego Garcia alleges that he “conspired to bring undocumented aliens to the United States from countries such as Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Ecuador, and elsewhere, ultimately passing through Mexico before crossing into Texas.” It alleges that Abrego Garcia and his co-conspirators obtained financial payments from the undocumented individuals for unlawfully transporting them into and around the United States. The indictment also alleges Abrego Garcia was “a member and associate of the transnational criminal organization ... [known as] MS-13,” which it describes as “a criminal enterprise engaged in ... acts and threats involving murder, extortion, narcotics trafficking, firearms trafficking, alien smuggling, and money laundering.” Abrego Garcia “used his status in MS-13 to further his criminal activity” over the life of the criminal conspiracy during which he and co-conspirators “knowingly and unlawfully transported thousands of undocumented aliens ... many of whom were MS-13 members and associates,” according to the indictment. Abrego Garcia’s attorneys have called the case “baseless.” “There’s no way a jury is going to see the evidence and agree that this sheet metal worker is the leader of an international MS-13 smuggling conspiracy,” attorney Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg said. The Epoch Times reached out for comment to the U.S. Department of Justice, which represents federal agencies in court. No reply had been received as of publication time. Tyler Durden Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:55

Trump's Homeland Security Task Force reported over 500 arrests in January, targeting cartels, gangs, and smuggling rings, with the president likening cartels to the 'ISIS of the Western Hemisphere'.

Lawmakers remain at an impasse, showing no progress towards resolving the partial government shutdown, particularly affecting the Department of Homeland Security.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that Democrats will fight the GOP-backed SAVE America Act, which requires voter ID, and oppose any Department of Homeland Security involvement in elections.

US Homeland Security Department Shuts Down Amid ICE Raid Impasse  Bloomberg.com

Firing of US homeland security secretary is first major personnel shakeup of Trump’s second term – key US politics stories from 5 March at a glance Kristi Noem is out of a job. Donald Trump on…

Many will regard the ex-secretary of homeland security, Trump’s first fired cabinet member, as the worst yet seen Kristi Noem once led a dog to a gravel pit and ended its life with the cold precision…

The Oklahoma senator has been a staunch defender of the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign.

Noem was one of the administration's brightest stars when she stepped into the role, but has faced a mounting backlash in recent months.

Trump appoints Markwayne Mullin as his candidate for a new Secretary of Homeland Security. The replacement of Kristi Noem comes after criticism of her handling of immigration initiatives.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was fired by President Donald Trump on Thursday, as a DHS shutdown drags on.

Kristi Noem, a high-profile member of Donald Trump's cabinet, was criticised for her approach to the immigration crackdown.

Kristi Noem is out as Donald Trump’s secretary of Homeland Security, ending a tumultuous tenure that included the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis and heated appearances before Congress this…

A Guardian review found that only one person in a role equivalent to a 'deportation officer' has died from an act of violence since ICE's creation, challenging consistent claims by homeland security officials.

Republicans take another crack at Homeland Security funding, citing Iran war  AP News

Democrats in Congress pressed Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem about affair rumors with advisor Corey Lewandowski. - Absurd, says Noem.

Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, slammed a question about ‘sexual relations’ with Corey Lewandowski, during a House Judiciary Committee hearing.

‘At any time during you tenure as director of the Department of Homeland Security, have you had sexual relations with Corey Lewandowski?’ the DHS boss was asked

The continued debate over the Department of Homeland Security's funding may cause fans to see a red card ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The British band said it was furious about the use of its song "Let Down" by the US Department of Homeland Security.

Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., appeared on CNN Tuesday where he was asked whether it's time for Democrats to support funding the Department of Homeland Security amid Iran threats.

The Department of Homeland Security has criticized Virginia's governor regarding the potential release of an illegal migrant with over 30 prior arrests who is currently charged with murder, sparking an immigration dispute.

A Republican Senator has criticized South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem for spending $220 million on Department of Homeland Security ads that prominently feature her.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is scheduled for a Senate hearing regarding the Minneapolis shootings, amidst calls for her resignation, firing, or impeachment as the DHS shutdown enters its third week.

Amid the ongoing tensions, the US has boosted homeland security because of retaliation risks.

GOP lawmakers ensured there was enough money for the immigration crackdown, but the funding pause threatens other Homeland Security work.

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown persists, while former President Trump is reportedly developing a plan to power AI data centers.

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues, while details emerge about Trump's plan for powering AI data centers.

The Department of Homeland Security claims a deported Babson student skipped her flight, while her lawyers allege agents intended to detain her, sparking a dispute over the incident.

Radiohead has issued a joint band statement decrying the use of the group’s song “Let Down” in a pro-ICE video, telling the U.S.’s Department of Homeland Security to “go fuck yourselves” for…

An article exposes the alleged 'sick reason' behind Donald Trump's decision to appoint 'ICE Barbie' to a top Department of Homeland Security job.

Columbia University reported that Department of Homeland Security officials detained a student from a university residential building, citing 'misrepresentations' made by the student.

Cities scheduled to host matches warn of a lack of funding and coordination with the federal government

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.

A new bill has been introduced in response to an AP investigation, aiming to prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from using full-body restraints.

By Nkiruka Nnorom The United States Department of Homeland Security, DHS, has intensified its immigration enforcement operations, announcing that 19 more people have been added to the list of Nigerians awaiting deportation from the US. The latest update brings the total number of Nigerian nationals processed for removal to 113 in just the last 21 […] The post 19 additional Nigerians face deportation from US as list grows to 113 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The government shutdown hit TSA operations as the Department of Homeland Security activated emergency measures and suspended congressional escorts while keeping PreCheck operational.

A Russian Interior Ministry operative, Ivan Semenikhin, who reportedly collaborated with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to rescue child sexual abuse victims, has been arrested and charged with treason.

The Wall Street Journal reports that the TSA PreCheck program is experiencing issues due to the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

The TSA PreCheck program is reportedly caught in the complications arising from a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown.

The TSA PreCheck program has been caught in the disruption caused by a Department of Homeland Security shutdown, impacting travel services.

The TSA PreCheck program is reportedly caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown, impacting its operations.

The Department of Homeland Security has suspended its PreCheck and Global Entry programs due to a lapse in funding, raising concerns within the travel sector about potential disruptions.

The US Department of Homeland Security has suspended TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport programs due to a partial government shutdown, impacting travelers.

The Department of Homeland Security announced the suspension of priority airport security programs, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, effective Sunday, following a lapse in funding.

The US Department of Homeland Security has suspended the use of special security lanes and fast-track control terminals at airports, a move that airline representatives warn against and Democrats accuse of being 'intentional sabotage'.

The Department of Homeland Security has suspended its TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs.

Reports indicate that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is planning to halt TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs.

A key statute was designed to rein in the Homeland Security secretary and prevent deadly mistakes. Lawyers say its provisions are difficult to enforce.

The US government has launched Freedom.gov, a website administered by the Department of Homeland Security, to allow Europeans to view content that is otherwise blocked.

Mark Zuckerberg takes the stand today in a trial over whether social media companies are fueling the teen mental health crisis. And, Tricia McLaughlin is leaving the Department of Homeland Security.

A partial government shutdown, stemming from disputes over Department of Homeland Security oversight, appears likely to persist.

Case became focal point for immigration after he was deported to El Salvador where he faces gang threats Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) cannot re-detain Kilmar Ábrego García because a 90-day detention period has expired and the government has no viable plan for deporting him, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday. The Salvadorian national’s case has become a focal point in the immigration debate after he was mistakenly deported to his home country last year. Since his return, he has been fighting a second deportation to a series of African countries proposed by Department of Homeland Security officials. Continue reading...

Trump Calls In FEMA To Respond To Sewage Disaster In Potomac River Authored by Jill McLaughlin via The Epoch Times, President Donald Trump is directing federal emergency teams to respond to a sewage spill on the Potomac River, calling it a “massive ecological disaster” and blaming local leaders for not handling the crisis, which began nearly a month ago. “There is a massive Ecological Disaster unfolding in the Potomac River as a result of the Gross Mismanagement of Local Democrat Leaders, particularly, Governor Wes Moore, of Maryland,” Trump posted on Truth Social on Feb. 16. Moore’s office didn’t immediately return a request for comment on Trump’s statement. On Jan. 19, a section of the Potomac Interceptor sewer line collapsed, causing the failure of a 60-year-old, 72-inch concrete pipeline along the Clara Barton Parkway in Montgomery County, Maryland. Over 250 million gallons of sewage poured into the Potomac River in one of the largest spills in U.S. history, according to University of Maryland researchers. Water samples collected at the site show high levels of E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus, the bacteria that causes staph infections, researchers reported. “People coming into contact with the impacted water or land are at risk of becoming infected with these bacteria, which can lead to serious health conditions,” said Dr. Rachel Rosenberg Goldstein, a microbiologist and assistant professor at the university. Trump said the spill was the “result of incompetent local and state management of essential waste management systems.” “It is clear local authorities cannot adequately handle this calamity,” Trump stated. “Therefore, I am directing federal authorities to immediately provide all necessary management, direction, and coordination to protect the Potomac, the water supply in the Capital region, and our treasured National Resources in our Nation’s Capital City.” Despite state and local leaders not asking for federal assistance, Trump said he “cannot allow incompetent local ‘leadership’ to turn the river in the heart of Washington into a disaster zone.” The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), will play a key role in coordinating the response, the president stated. FEMA and DHS are facing a partial funding lapse as Democrats in the U.S. Senate demand changes to immigration enforcement. Crews work to keep raw sewage from flowing into the Potomac River after a pipeline rupture, in Glen Echo, Md., on Jan. 23, 2026. Cliff Owen/AP Photo According to Virginia’s health department, the utility DC Water is handling repairs to the pipe, while Maryland has regulatory authority over the Potomac River for recreational advisories, water quality monitoring, and issuing bans on shellfish harvesting. The Virginia Health Department was working with the Maryland departments of Health and the Environment during the crisis. DC Water has stated that drinking water is not affected by the incident. The nearest Virginia location using the Potomac River as a primary source of water is the city of Fairfax, with an intake located several miles upstream of where the sewage spill entered the river, according to Virginia. Tyler Durden Tue, 02/17/2026 - 10:40

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues into its fourth day as Senate Democrats block funding over disagreements on ICE reforms, with no end in sight for negotiations.

"You Ought To Be In Jail": Senator Unloads On Minnesota AG Ellison Over Fraud Scandal During a Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee hearing this week, Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) confronted Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison. The Missouri Republican exposed Ellison's ties to the Feeding Our Future scandal, where fraudsters stole $250 million in federal child nutrition funds.  Hawley didn't hold back, charging the Democrat with protecting fraudsters who funneled cash to terrorists and traffickers, as well as Ellison’s own campaign coffers, and telling him he “ought to be in jail.” THERE IT IS 🚨 Official Hearing where Senator Josh Hawley confronts Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison about meeting with and taking campaign donations from Somali fraudsters stealing billions He personally called and BLOCKED THE INVESTIGATIONS Josh Hawley “Are you… pic.twitter.com/i40Ow5V9Zz February 12, 2026 Hawley opened the confrontation by spotlighting $10,000 in campaign donations Ellison pocketed from players in the Feeding Our Future mess, which the New York Post broke last year, detailing how the money flowed in right after a December 11, 2021, meeting at Ellison's office. Ellison repeatedly denied it, calling it a false statement. But Hawley read directly from the meeting transcript, where money was discussed repeatedly.   An audio recording of that meeting revealed that Ellison met with members of the Somali community who were later convicted in the scandal. In the recording, the individuals ask Ellison for help securing funding before discussing campaign donations.  “The only way that we can protect what we have is by inserting ourselves into the political arena,” a man is heard saying on the audio. “Putting our votes where it needs to be. But most importantly, putting our dollars in the right place. And supporting candidates that will fight to protect our interests.” “That's right,” Ellison replied. Ellison accepted $10,000 in campaign contributions from the fraudsters mere days later, as did his son, Minneapolis councilman Jeremiah Ellison. Hawley proceeded to read from that recording, quoting Ellison's own words back to him. "Send me the names of all these folks who are investigating them," Ellison said. He promised to call the Education Department and ask what was going on. "I already have my team working on this," he told them, according to the transcript. "What day should we get together to discuss it again?" Ellison pledged repeatedly to help them fight the investigators. "You have my attention. I'm concerned about this," he said. "Let's go fight these people." "Why'd you do it? Was it worth it?" Hawley asked. "This is what accountability looks like, of which you've had none," Hawley countered. "You helped fraudsters defraud your state and this government of $9 billion, and you got a fat campaign contribution out of it. You ought to be indicted. That's the truth." Ellison shot back hard. He denied the donations flat-out: "a lie" and "No donations came." He insisted, "You're completely wrong. … I did not see anybody." Hawley countered with video proof of their nearly hour-long sit-down—easy to find online. Ellison dismissed Hawley's quotes as "cherry-picked." As the exchange got heated, Ellison repeatedly talked over Hawley, which the senator didn’t appreciate. “It's my hearing, pal,” he snapped. "Don't call me 'pal,’” Ellison shot back. "Well, I should call you a prisoner because you ought to be in jail."  He demanded resignation. Ellison flipped it: "I was thinking the same thing about you." Hawley didn't stop there. He brought up testimony from the previous day showing where the fraudulent money went: to terrorist groups, transnational criminal organizations, drug trafficking, and child trafficking. "You took $10,000 and helped them do it," he said. Ellison kept denying everything, but Hawley had receipts.  He cited a Minnesota Star Tribune report that Partners in Nutrition raised concerns with the attorney general’s office in 2018 and 2019, but Ellison did nothing. The New York Post reported that Ellison accepted campaign donations from individuals linked to the fraud after meeting with them. "You've been right at the center of this fraud thing from the beginning, and you've enabled it," Hawley said. "You should resign." Ellison shot back, "And, sir, you should resign. I was thinking the same thing about you."  Tyler Durden Sun, 02/15/2026 - 20:25

Lawmakers are at an impasse over Department of Homeland Security oversight, leading to a partial government shutdown with no clear resolution in sight.

A significant portion of the Department of Homeland Security has run out of money after negotiations over ICE funding faltered, with Democrats demanding new restrictions on federal immigration agents.

After Donald Trump fired Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem on Thursday, Jimmy Kimmel was having the last laugh.

Gavin Newsom is pouring one out for Kristi Noem ... trolling the outgoing Homeland Security Secretary over her firing. The California Governor gave a nod to Noem's ouster Thursday with a social media post ... an "In Memoriam" of sorts for Noem's…

An illegal migrant has been accused of operating a fraudulent Department of Homeland Security (DHS) branch and selling fake FBI and immigration immunity cards for $400 each after conducting a bogus course.

Who Is Markwayne Mullin, Trump’s Pick for Homeland Security Secretary?  WSJ

Lewandowski has wielded great power at the Department of Homeland Security by Noem’s side

US President Donald Trump announced that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is leaving her post at the end of the month and will be replaced by a Republican.

After being named as the next Homeland Security Secretary by Trump, attention has returned to a dramatic moments of former MMA fighter, Markwayne Mullin.

Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem - China Daily

US President Donald Trump stated he did not approve a $220 million border security advertising campaign that featured Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, distancing himself from the controversial initiative.

US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced intense questioning from Democratic lawmakers regarding a rumored affair with a close associate, prompted by media reports.

Russia has incorporated courses on assembling and operating drones into its school curriculum, with students learning to build and pilot them as part of 'Fundamentals of Homeland Security,' aiming for one million specialists by 2030.

The U.S. Homeland Security Department is investigating whether Bovino made disparaging comments regarding the Jewish faith.

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.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces criticism for her approach to immigration, with reports citing sloppy enforcement and tone-deaf messaging that undermine Homeland Security's credibility.

The Department of Homeland Security, overseeing ICE and Border Patrol, has significantly expanded its surveillance capabilities, using a wide array of tools to monitor, apprehend, and intimidate individuals targeted for deportation.

The Department of Homeland Security has launched an internal investigation into allegations that Gregory Bovino, a senior border patrol official, made derogatory remarks about a Jewish lawyer.

The Homeland Security secretary was grilled by members of her own party over the department's increasingly unpopular approach to immigration enforcement

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces criticism for allegedly spending over $300 million on three private luxury jets, diverting funds intended for border security. The purchase, including a Boeing 737 Max 8, has drawn sharp condemnation from Democrats and watchdog groups, who question the necessity and legality of the expenditure amid budget constraints.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faced intense questioning from a Senate Democrat regarding her controversial remarks calling ICE shooting victims 'domestic terrorists'. A protester was also removed from the hearing after excoriating Noem's tenure as Homeland Security secretary.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is set to address senators regarding the DHS shutdown and the Trump administration's mass deportation efforts, particularly after two U.S. citizens were killed by immigration officers.

DHS Interdicts 6 Suspected Smuggling Vessels, Captures 82 Migrants Off San Diego Coast Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Six suspected human smuggling boats were taken into custody by authorities during the weekend, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said in a Feb. 27 post on X. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem participates in a tour at the U.S. Coast Guard Station Charleston, in Charleston, S.C., on Nov. 7, 2025. Alex Brandon, Poo...

Republicans are warning that a potential shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security could compromise security preparations for the upcoming World Cup.

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown persists, while former President Trump is reportedly developing a plan for powering AI data centers, addressing two distinct but significant issues.

The White House has presented a new Department of Homeland Security funding offer to Democrats as a partial government shutdown, ongoing since February 14, continues due to immigration enforcement negotiations.

"Also, go fuck yourselves…” The post Radiohead condemn Department of Homeland Security’s unauthorised use of ‘Let Down’: “You don’t get to appropriate it without a fight” appeared first on NME.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem claims that Department of Homeland Security staffers placed spyware on her phone and laptop to record meetings.

Kristi Noem, the US homeland security secretary, has attributed delays in $625 million in World Cup funding to Democrats and the government shutdown.

The US Department of Homeland Security awarded a $250,000 public relations contract to a firm with ties to Corey Lewandowski, raising questions about federal procurement guidelines and partisan loyalty.

A grand jury has declined to indict a federal immigration agent in the fatal shooting of a US citizen, whom DHS alleged intentionally ran over a Homeland Security Investigation special agent.

The death last March of Ruben Ray Martinez in South Padre Island was not disclosed by Department of Homeland Security for nearly a year.

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.

The Department of Homeland Security has suspended the Global Entry program as the partial government shutdown continues, impacting international travelers.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated her department's responsibility for election security and pledged to ensure that 'the right people' vote to elect 'the right leaders' in the midterms.

A new federal class action lawsuit has been filed against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), alleging that agents illegally tracked and intimidated observers watching federal immigration enforcement in Maine, calling them 'domestic terrorists' and threatening to add them to a 'database' or 'watchlist'.

The funding standoff for the Department of Homeland Security has extended into its second week, complicated by ongoing tensions with Iran and the upcoming State of the Union address, threatening to derail a deal on Capitol Hill.

The TSA PreCheck program is reportedly caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown, impacting its operations.

TSA PreCheck services are reportedly caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown, potentially impacting travelers.

The TSA PreCheck program is reportedly caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

The TSA PreCheck program is reportedly caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, potentially impacting travel security and efficiency.

The TSA PreCheck program is caught in the crossfire of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

TSA PreCheck and Global Entry are temporarily suspended amid a partial government shutdown. : Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group via Getty Images The Department of Homeland Security has tempora

The US Homeland Security has suspended TSA Precheck and Global Entry airport programs due to a partial government shutdown, impacting travelers.

US airlines are warning of a halt in the TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs, administered by the Department of Homeland Security, starting Sunday morning due to a partial government shutdown.

The Department of Homeland Security has suspended TSA PreCheck and Global Entry services due to the ongoing partial government shutdown, impacting travel operations.

The Department of Homeland Security is set to suspend the TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs, drawing criticism from Democrats who accuse the DHS of 'kneecapping' initiatives that expedite traveler processing.

A report indicates that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will pause two key travel programs if a government shutdown occurs.

The Department of Homeland Security announced the temporary suspension of TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs, among other emergency measures, as a government shutdown continues.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released data indicating that 8% of Nicaragua's entire population, along with millions from Cuba and Haiti, illegally entered the U.S. during the Biden administration.

US Coast Guard Seizes $133.5 Million In Illicit Drugs Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Crew of the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Cutter Seneca seized more than $133.5 million worth of cocaine and offloaded the drugs at Port Everglades, Florida, the agency said in a Feb. 13 statement. The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk (WMEC 913) and a Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter flight crew conduct training evolutions in the Caribbean Sea, on July 15, 2025. Seaman Corrie Gill/U.S. Coast Guard “80 percent of interdictions of U.S.-bound drugs occur at sea. This underscores the importance of maritime interdiction in combatting the flow of illegal narcotics and protecting American communities from this deadly threat,” USCG said. In total, 17,700 pounds of cocaine were seized through the interdiction of four drug-transporting vessels in international waters of the Eastern Pacific Ocean. One of the drug vessels was boarded by Seneca’s crew on Jan. 25, seizing 4,410 pounds of cocaine. On Jan. 31, crew members boarded three vessels, taking custody of 13,340 pounds of cocaine, the statement said. The detection and monitoring of illegal drug transit by air and sea are conducted by the U.S. Southern Command’s Joint Interagency Task Force-South, based in Key West. Once it is determined that the vessel must be interdicted, the USCG takes control of the operation, boards the vessel, and apprehends it. “I am extremely proud of the crew’s incredible performance and adaptability during this deployment,” said Capt. Lee Jones, commanding officer of Coast Guard Cutter Seneca. “This deployment demonstrates our enhanced posture and continued success in the fight against narco-terrorism and transnational criminal organizations. “The Coast Guard, in conjunction with our inter-agency and international partners, continues to patrol areas commonly associated with drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific, denying smugglers access to maritime routes by which they move illicit drugs to our U.S. land and sea borders.” According to the agency, the Coast Guard is accelerating its crackdown on drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific Ocean in support of Operation Pacific Viper, aiming to protect the United States from the flow of illicit narcotics from South America. Operation Pacific Viper, launched in early August last year, directs U.S. forces to the Eastern Pacific region to counter cartel and criminal groups, seeking to cut off drug and human smuggling before they hit U.S. shores. In early December 2025, USCG said in a statement that it had seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine from the Eastern Pacific Ocean, which it said was enough to create more than “57 million potentially lethal doses.” In a Feb. 14 statement, USCG announced the seizure of two vessels containing $5.6 million in illicit narcotics off Port Everglades. Authorities seized roughly 745 pounds of cocaine by interdicting two suspected drug trafficking vessels. “The Coast Guard is in the business of saving lives, and every kilogram of these drugs kept off our streets represents lives saved,” said Lt. Justin Dadlani, commanding officer of Station Fort Lauderdale. “I couldn’t be more proud of the professionalism of the crew and our continued partnerships with our partners with Customs and Border Protection and Homeland Security Investigations.” On Feb. 15, the agency announced that its Cutter Forrest Rednour had interdicted 14 suspected illegal immigrants aboard a vessel 18 miles from San Diego, with all of them claiming to be Mexican nationals. Earlier on Jan. 27, the Coast Guard said they had interdicted three suspected illegal immigrants from Mexico in two vessels, seven miles off Imperial Beach, California. On Jan. 21, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said the Coast Guard notified the agency of a suspicious vessel traveling toward Puerto Rico. Upon investigation, CBP agents found 12 migrants from Russia and Uzbekistan aboard. The interception took place on Jan. 13. “This successful outcome highlights the strong partnerships between the Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection, and all federal and local law enforcement partners in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands,” said Capt. Robert E. Stiles, Sector San Juan deputy. “Our daily unified coordination, shared capabilities, and synchronized response efforts are instrumental to safeguarding our nation’s Caribbean maritime borders against illicit smuggling activities.” Tyler Durden Thu, 02/19/2026 - 11:25

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