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#drones

As drone sightings spread across East Coast, federal officials still don't know much

Drones over New Jersey prompt public concern and questions about their origin; federal authorities ensure they pose no security threat.

Homeland Security shares new details of mysterious drone flights over New Jersey

Mysterious drones in New Jersey are evading detection and raising safety concerns, especially near sensitive locations.

Mysterious New Jersey drones appear to avoid detection by traditional methods

Mysterious large drones in New Jersey evade detection, raising public concern and prompting investigation by local authorities and the FBI.

Schumer Demands Homeland Security Deploy Special Drone-Detection Tech' Over Mystery NJ Sightings: I'm Pushing For Answers'

Schumer calls for special drone-detection technology in NY and NJ amid increasing drone sightings.

Drones over US: Pentagon shoots down Iran 'mothership' claim amid NJ drone mystery

The Pentagon dismissed claims of an Iranian mothership linked to mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey, indicating a lack of credible threats.

Drones, drones, drones, and no answers: Letters to the Editor - Dec. 19, 2024

The government is criticized for its lack of transparency regarding drone incursions over sensitive areas.

As drone sightings spread across East Coast, federal officials still don't know much

Drones over New Jersey prompt public concern and questions about their origin; federal authorities ensure they pose no security threat.

Homeland Security shares new details of mysterious drone flights over New Jersey

Mysterious drones in New Jersey are evading detection and raising safety concerns, especially near sensitive locations.

Mysterious New Jersey drones appear to avoid detection by traditional methods

Mysterious large drones in New Jersey evade detection, raising public concern and prompting investigation by local authorities and the FBI.

Schumer Demands Homeland Security Deploy Special Drone-Detection Tech' Over Mystery NJ Sightings: I'm Pushing For Answers'

Schumer calls for special drone-detection technology in NY and NJ amid increasing drone sightings.

Drones over US: Pentagon shoots down Iran 'mothership' claim amid NJ drone mystery

The Pentagon dismissed claims of an Iranian mothership linked to mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey, indicating a lack of credible threats.

Drones, drones, drones, and no answers: Letters to the Editor - Dec. 19, 2024

The government is criticized for its lack of transparency regarding drone incursions over sensitive areas.
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#data-privacy

Homeland Security Department to Release New A.I. Guidance

Critical infrastructure companies must implement strong AI governance and privacy practices according to new guidance from homeland security.

Mayorkas unveils new chatbot for Homeland Security staff

DHSChat aims to enhance information access for DHS employees using generative AI while prioritizing data privacy and security measures.

Homeland Security Department to Release New A.I. Guidance

Critical infrastructure companies must implement strong AI governance and privacy practices according to new guidance from homeland security.

Mayorkas unveils new chatbot for Homeland Security staff

DHSChat aims to enhance information access for DHS employees using generative AI while prioritizing data privacy and security measures.
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#drone-sightings

Mayorkas says no known foreign involvement in mass drone sightings

Federal authorities found no foreign involvement in drone sightings but acknowledged rising public anxiety.
Enhanced capabilities are being sought to address concerns over drone activity.

Wolf Blitzer Confronts DHS Sec Alejandro Mayorkas on Trump Call to Shoot Down Mysterious Drones

Mayorkas reassured that no threats come from the mystery drones, while Trump calls for either transparency or action against them.

Mayorkas says no known foreign involvement in mass drone sightings

Federal authorities found no foreign involvement in drone sightings but acknowledged rising public anxiety.
Enhanced capabilities are being sought to address concerns over drone activity.

Wolf Blitzer Confronts DHS Sec Alejandro Mayorkas on Trump Call to Shoot Down Mysterious Drones

Mayorkas reassured that no threats come from the mystery drones, while Trump calls for either transparency or action against them.
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#immigration

Trump picks Homeland Security Investigations' top agent in Miami for White House post

Tony Salisbury appointed deputy Homeland Security Advisor, focusing on immigration and border protection policies.

Rancher, Politician, Trump Ally: Who Is Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security Pick?

Gov. Kristi Noem emphasizes strict immigration enforcement as Homeland Security head, focusing on border control and mass deportation.

Mayorkas Says He's Undeterred by Republicans' Impeachment Drive

Alejandro Mayorkas, the homeland security secretary, is not distracted by congressional Republicans' efforts to impeach him over his handling of the southern border.
Mayorkas denies the allegations and emphasizes that it is up to Congress to fix the broken immigration system.

Trump picks Homeland Security Investigations' top agent in Miami for White House post

Tony Salisbury appointed deputy Homeland Security Advisor, focusing on immigration and border protection policies.

Rancher, Politician, Trump Ally: Who Is Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security Pick?

Gov. Kristi Noem emphasizes strict immigration enforcement as Homeland Security head, focusing on border control and mass deportation.

Mayorkas Says He's Undeterred by Republicans' Impeachment Drive

Alejandro Mayorkas, the homeland security secretary, is not distracted by congressional Republicans' efforts to impeach him over his handling of the southern border.
Mayorkas denies the allegations and emphasizes that it is up to Congress to fix the broken immigration system.
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#cybersecurity

Trump picks border hawk Noem for DHS

Kristi Noem's nomination as Homeland Security Secretary underscores a focus on tough immigration policies and an evolving approach to cybersecurity.

Amid Global Threats that Remain (Publicly) Unspeakable, Trump Makes Himself Vulnerable - emptywheel

Wray and Mayorkas faced bipartisan condemnation for opting not to testify publicly at critical hearings on national threat assessments.

Homeland security hopes to scuttle maritime cyber-threats

DHS seeks to enhance maritime port cybersecurity to protect jobs, economic activity, and critical infrastructure effectively.

Trump picks border hawk Noem for DHS

Kristi Noem's nomination as Homeland Security Secretary underscores a focus on tough immigration policies and an evolving approach to cybersecurity.

Amid Global Threats that Remain (Publicly) Unspeakable, Trump Makes Himself Vulnerable - emptywheel

Wray and Mayorkas faced bipartisan condemnation for opting not to testify publicly at critical hearings on national threat assessments.

Homeland security hopes to scuttle maritime cyber-threats

DHS seeks to enhance maritime port cybersecurity to protect jobs, economic activity, and critical infrastructure effectively.
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Even Biden's Homeland Security admits that violent migrant crime is exploding

Violent migrant crime is increasing significantly, fueled by inadequate border security policies and gang expansions across multiple states.
#kristi-noem

Trump picks Gov. Kristi Noem to serve as homeland security secretary

Kristi Noem's appointment as homeland security secretary emphasizes Trump's focus on aggressive border security and immigration enforcement.

Trump Picks Kristi Noem for Homeland Security Secretary

President-elect Trump chose Kristi Noem for Homeland Security, emphasizing a strong immigration enforcement agenda.

Kristi Noem Is Emerging as Trump's Nominee for Homeland Security Secretary

Kristi Noem is likely Trump's nominee for homeland security secretary, critical for his immigration policies.

Noem is emerging as the nominee for homeland security secretary.

Kristi Noem is Trump's likely nominee for homeland security secretary, emphasizing immigration enforcement and aligning with his policy agenda.

Trump picks anti-LGBTQ+ Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary

Trump's pick of Kristi Noem for homeland security signifies continued support for anti-LGBTQ+ policies.

Kristi Noem To Be Picked As Trump's Secretary of Homeland Security, CNN Reports

Trump nominates Kristi Noem for Secretary of Homeland Security, despite recent controversies overshadowing her candidacy.

Trump picks Gov. Kristi Noem to serve as homeland security secretary

Kristi Noem's appointment as homeland security secretary emphasizes Trump's focus on aggressive border security and immigration enforcement.

Trump Picks Kristi Noem for Homeland Security Secretary

President-elect Trump chose Kristi Noem for Homeland Security, emphasizing a strong immigration enforcement agenda.

Kristi Noem Is Emerging as Trump's Nominee for Homeland Security Secretary

Kristi Noem is likely Trump's nominee for homeland security secretary, critical for his immigration policies.

Noem is emerging as the nominee for homeland security secretary.

Kristi Noem is Trump's likely nominee for homeland security secretary, emphasizing immigration enforcement and aligning with his policy agenda.

Trump picks anti-LGBTQ+ Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary

Trump's pick of Kristi Noem for homeland security signifies continued support for anti-LGBTQ+ policies.

Kristi Noem To Be Picked As Trump's Secretary of Homeland Security, CNN Reports

Trump nominates Kristi Noem for Secretary of Homeland Security, despite recent controversies overshadowing her candidacy.
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#immigration-policy

An agency-by-agency look at Trump's plan to overhaul government

Trump's victory brings plans for significant changes to federal agency operations and management.
Homeland Security will be pivotal in Trump's immigration agenda, including mass deportations and recruitment efforts.
Plans to navigate legislative and legal challenges to implement his policy changes.

After border bill failure, ICE considers mass releases to close budget gap

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning to release thousands of immigrants and reduce the number of detention beds after a failed Senate border bill.
The budget shortfall and proposal create challenges for the Biden administration as illegal border crossings are expected to increase in the spring.

An agency-by-agency look at Trump's plan to overhaul government

Trump's victory brings plans for significant changes to federal agency operations and management.
Homeland Security will be pivotal in Trump's immigration agenda, including mass deportations and recruitment efforts.
Plans to navigate legislative and legal challenges to implement his policy changes.

After border bill failure, ICE considers mass releases to close budget gap

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning to release thousands of immigrants and reduce the number of detention beds after a failed Senate border bill.
The budget shortfall and proposal create challenges for the Biden administration as illegal border crossings are expected to increase in the spring.
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#terrorism

"Diverse set of threat actors" could take advantage of Oct. 7 anniversary: Sources

Diverse actors may exploit the anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack to incite violence against specific communities, particularly Jewish and Muslim groups.

FBI Issues Unusual Warning About Potential Terrorist Threats to LGBTQ Pride Celebrations

ISIS affiliated terrorists may target Pride Month events, as per FBI and Homeland Security warning.

"Diverse set of threat actors" could take advantage of Oct. 7 anniversary: Sources

Diverse actors may exploit the anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack to incite violence against specific communities, particularly Jewish and Muslim groups.

FBI Issues Unusual Warning About Potential Terrorist Threats to LGBTQ Pride Celebrations

ISIS affiliated terrorists may target Pride Month events, as per FBI and Homeland Security warning.
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#secret-service

Homeland Security Secretary Announces Panel on Trump Assassination Attempt

An independent panel will conduct a 45-day review of security failures during the assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump, aiming to provide actionable recommendations for the Secret Service to prevent such incidents in the future.

Certification of Election Will Get Extra Security to Try to Prevent Another Capitol Attack

The DHS has declared January 6, 2025, as a National Special Security Event to enhance security during the electoral certification process after the January 6, 2021, attack.

Maher Tells Buttigieg It Looks Bad' Biden Hasn't Fired Anyone Over Trump Shooting: We'll Look Into It If We Have Time'?

Bill Maher questioned Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about Secret Service failings regarding the recent assassination attempt on former President Trump.

Homeland Security Secretary Announces Panel on Trump Assassination Attempt

An independent panel will conduct a 45-day review of security failures during the assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump, aiming to provide actionable recommendations for the Secret Service to prevent such incidents in the future.

Certification of Election Will Get Extra Security to Try to Prevent Another Capitol Attack

The DHS has declared January 6, 2025, as a National Special Security Event to enhance security during the electoral certification process after the January 6, 2021, attack.

Maher Tells Buttigieg It Looks Bad' Biden Hasn't Fired Anyone Over Trump Shooting: We'll Look Into It If We Have Time'?

Bill Maher questioned Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about Secret Service failings regarding the recent assassination attempt on former President Trump.
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San Gabriel Valley man tried to ship a literal ton of meth to Australia, feds say

A man in San Gabriel Valley was arrested for attempting to ship over a metric ton of meth to Australia, and faces federal charges.

Federal agents raid glass plant featured in Netflix's Oscar-winning film 'American Factory'

The Chinese automotive glass maker Fuyao Glass America was not the target of a federal investigation that temporarily shut down its Ohio plant.
#investigation

Mayorkas names panel to conduct review of Trump assassination attempt

An independent panel of experts, including former high-ranking officials, is appointed by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to investigate the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

Police fatally shoot armed man in Chelsea eyeglass shop who was allegedly resisting arrest: NYPD | amNewYork

The NYPD shot and killed a 25-year-old armed man in Chelsea who allegedly resisted arrest.

Mayorkas names panel to conduct review of Trump assassination attempt

An independent panel of experts, including former high-ranking officials, is appointed by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to investigate the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

Police fatally shoot armed man in Chelsea eyeglass shop who was allegedly resisting arrest: NYPD | amNewYork

The NYPD shot and killed a 25-year-old armed man in Chelsea who allegedly resisted arrest.
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#artificial-intelligence

Homeland Security boss: US War on Drugs will be AI powered

AI can be used for both protecting against threats and perpetuating crimes, highlighting the need for balance and oversight.

Exclusive: DHS could use AI everywhere, Mayorkas says

AI can benefit all domains of the Department of Homeland Security
Challenges and concerns exist around responsible AI use in the Department of Homeland Security

Homeland Security boss: US War on Drugs will be AI powered

AI can be used for both protecting against threats and perpetuating crimes, highlighting the need for balance and oversight.

Exclusive: DHS could use AI everywhere, Mayorkas says

AI can benefit all domains of the Department of Homeland Security
Challenges and concerns exist around responsible AI use in the Department of Homeland Security
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#risk-management

AI could be tapped to design weapons of mass destruction, DHS warns

The Department of Homeland Security released guidelines to mitigate AI risks in critical infrastructure and the development of weapons of mass destruction.

US Department of Homeland Security names AI Safety and Security Board members

The formation of an Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Board raises challenges due to the varied interpretations of AI's applications and potential risks.

AI could be tapped to design weapons of mass destruction, DHS warns

The Department of Homeland Security released guidelines to mitigate AI risks in critical infrastructure and the development of weapons of mass destruction.

US Department of Homeland Security names AI Safety and Security Board members

The formation of an Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Board raises challenges due to the varied interpretations of AI's applications and potential risks.
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#government-advisory

Jensen Huang, Sam Altman invited to federal AI Safety Board

Key AI industry leaders join Homeland Security's AI Safety and Security Board to advise on AI-related matters, emphasizing responsible implementation for critical infrastructure.

Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg excluded from feds' AI safety board filled with top tech CEOs

Key corporate CEOs join new AI safety board to advise US government on protection from AI disruptions.

Jensen Huang, Sam Altman invited to federal AI Safety Board

Key AI industry leaders join Homeland Security's AI Safety and Security Board to advise on AI-related matters, emphasizing responsible implementation for critical infrastructure.

Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg excluded from feds' AI safety board filled with top tech CEOs

Key corporate CEOs join new AI safety board to advise US government on protection from AI disruptions.
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High-ranking MS-13 leader arraigned on terrorism charges in federal court

Fredy Ivan Jandres-Parada, aka 'Lucky de Park View,' arraigned in Central Islip on terrorism charges related to MS-13 gang.

After blocking Alejandro Mayorkas' impeachment trial, Dems' border plan is to hope no one's watching

Democrats blocked impeachment trial for Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas to avoid public focus on border failures.

Oakland man sentenced for attempting to export firearms, night vision scopes to Oman

Oakland resident sentenced to prison for exporting defense items to Oman.
Al Eyani concealed firearms in shipping containers at Port of Oakland.

Feds raid Sean 'Diddy' Combs' homes as part of sex-trafficking inquiry, sources say

Homeland Security agents searched Sean "Diddy" Combs' mansions in connection to sex trafficking allegations.
Combs faces serious legal threats, including lawsuits accusing him of rape and assault.
#border-security

Alejandro Mayorkas Still Won't Call It an Immigration Crisis

After months of negotiations, the Senate immigration bill may soon be released, with a possible vote next week.
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas has been involved in the negotiations and is facing a partisan impeachment effort in the House.

What to Know About House Republicans' Push to Impeach Mayorkas

Republicans approve two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
Mayorkas would become the first Cabinet member to be impeached in almost 150 years

Having impeached Mayorkas, House member heads for the exit

House Homeland Security Chairman Mark Green is not seeking reelection after the House voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Green touted his accomplishments in passing border security legislation and impeaching Mayorkas.

Alejandro Mayorkas Still Won't Call It an Immigration Crisis

After months of negotiations, the Senate immigration bill may soon be released, with a possible vote next week.
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas has been involved in the negotiations and is facing a partisan impeachment effort in the House.

What to Know About House Republicans' Push to Impeach Mayorkas

Republicans approve two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
Mayorkas would become the first Cabinet member to be impeached in almost 150 years

Having impeached Mayorkas, House member heads for the exit

House Homeland Security Chairman Mark Green is not seeking reelection after the House voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Green touted his accomplishments in passing border security legislation and impeaching Mayorkas.
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#impeachment

Mayorkas May Become the Second Ever Cabinet Member Impeached. The First Was a Civil War Hero

The House is set to vote on the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, which would be only the second time a cabinet member has been impeached.
The first and only previous cabinet member to be impeached was William Belknap, President Ulysses Grant's Secretary of War, in 1876.

Mayorkas Says He's Focused on the Work' After Dodging Impeachment

Alejandro Mayorkas, the homeland security secretary, remains focused on his job despite facing impeachment proceedings.
Mayorkas has faced criticism from Republicans regarding the border crisis and his handling of the situation.

Mayorkas May Become the Second Ever Cabinet Member Impeached. The First Was a Civil War Hero

The House is set to vote on the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, which would be only the second time a cabinet member has been impeached.
The first and only previous cabinet member to be impeached was William Belknap, President Ulysses Grant's Secretary of War, in 1876.

Mayorkas Says He's Focused on the Work' After Dodging Impeachment

Alejandro Mayorkas, the homeland security secretary, remains focused on his job despite facing impeachment proceedings.
Mayorkas has faced criticism from Republicans regarding the border crisis and his handling of the situation.
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Experts Blast Mayorkas Impeachment Probe for Lack of Evidence

House Republicans hold first impeachment hearing against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over border policies.
Debate ensues over the constitutional grounds for impeachment, with concerns that it may degrade the process.
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