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Recent News About U.S. Department Of Homeland Security
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On August 15, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) hosted an awards ceremony at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Headquarters in Glynco, Georgia, where 190 employees received a Secretary’s Award in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the Department’s mission.
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During emergency events, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) collaborates with federal, state, local, and non-governmental partners to support individuals in impacted areas.
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the addition of five entities based in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List, increasing the total number of listed entities to 73. This move underscores DHS's commitment to eradicating forced labor and holding accountable those involved in human rights abuses against Uyghurs and other minority groups in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR).
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During emergency events, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) collaborates with federal, state, local, and non-governmental partners to support the needs of affected populations.
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The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is intensifying its efforts against cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) to curb the influx of fentanyl into the United States. The organization made this announcement in a news release dated July 31.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Blue Campaign and Lyft, Inc. announced today that over one million Lyft drivers in the United States and Canada can now access a tutorial program designed to help them detect and prevent human trafficking. This initiative builds on efforts from earlier this year during Super Bowl 2024, when Lyft provided resources to drivers in Las Vegas to help recognize signs of this crime. Human trafficking tends to increase during large-scale events due to the high volume of people and the anonymity such gatherings provide.
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On Friday, July 26th, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas met with Honduran Foreign Minister Enrique Reina to address irregular migration and combat transnational organized crime through continued strong cooperation. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) welcomed Honduras’ recent investments to strengthen support for Hondurans abroad, including expanding its U.S. consular network. The Honduran government has also worked on internal efforts to generate local agricultural employment opportunities through recently passed legislation that seeks to address...
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On Tuesday, July 23rd, Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas met with leaders from the National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), which represents various companies in the U.S. textile and apparel industry. NCTO members employ thousands of Americans, bolster economic development in the region, and have helped position the United States as a global leader in textile research and development.
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Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released a statement on July 25, 2024, regarding the arrest of alleged leaders of the Sinaloa Cartel, Ismael Zambada Garcia ("El Mayo") and Joaquin Guzman Lopez.
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Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, stated that one challenge of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), which aims to ban imported goods created with forced labor, is the "de minimis" loophole that allows duty-free shipments from around the world to enter the U.S.
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Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas has announced the appointment of Ronald L. Rowe, Jr. as Acting Director of the United States Secret Service.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the inaugural members of the Federal School Safety Clearinghouse External Advisory Board. This group, composed of school safety experts and education leaders, will provide advice and recommendations on enhancing K-12 school safety and security. The initiative is part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to create safer learning environments and fulfills a requirement of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
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Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released a statement on July 23, 2024, regarding the departure of Kimberly Cheatle from her position as Director of the United States Secret Service.
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Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding President Joe Biden:
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Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Kristie Canegallo, and leaders of various DHS agencies released a statement addressing recent comments questioning the presence of women in law enforcement.
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Secretary Mayorkas Announces Extension and Redesignation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status
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An indictment was unsealed yesterday containing criminal charges against the alleged leader of a human smuggling organization responsible for unlawfully bringing thousands of migrants into the United States. Along with the organization, the defendant, who was arrested in Mexico at the request of the United States, has also been designated for financial sanctions by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. These developments were made possible through extensive bilateral coordination and cooperation efforts between U.S. and Mexican law enforcement authorities.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is collaborating with federal, state, local, and non-governmental partners in response to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). This includes public health outreach among dairy and cattle farms and their workers.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced several initiatives aimed at improving accessibility to immigration benefits and services, aligning with the Biden-Harris Administration’s vision for a more inclusive and accessible immigration system.
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Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas delivered remarks at the White House Press Briefing in Washington, DC, on July 15, 2024.