Archive of press releases, blog posts, fact sheets, speeches, and testimony.
DHS Releases Detailed Immigration Data
Washington, D.C. – Today the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the Fiscal Year 2020 Enforcement Lifecycle Report, which provides a comprehensive analysis of enforcement outcomes for aliens encountered at the Southwest Border during Fiscal Years 2014 through 2019.
DHS Announces Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras Have Signed Asylum Cooperation Agreement
The Department of Homeland Security announced that Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras have all signed the Asylum Cooperation Agreement (ACA) and all three ACAs have entered into force. This is a historic milestone for the Trump Administration, Central America, and the American people.
DHS Modernizes Critical Identification Requirements after Congress Passes REAL ID Modernization Act
As a result of extensive state, industry, and government collaboration, Congress has passed the bipartisan REAL ID Modernization Act. The Act modernizes REAL ID requirements originally set more than 15 years ago.
DHS Warns American Businesses about Data Services and Equipment from Firms Linked to Chinese Government
The Department of Homeland Security issued a business advisory to American businesses warning of risks associated with the use of data services and equipment from firms linked to the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
A Message from Acting Secretary Chad F. Wolf on the Holiday Season
As we gather with family and friends, visit our places of worship, and indulge in this brief respite, it is important to remember all of our continued blessings.
Acting Secretary Wolf Addresses the Chinese Threat at Heritage Foundation
Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad F. Wolf delivered remarks at a virtual event hosted by the Heritage Foundation detailing the enduring threat from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and DHS’s strategy to confront it.
Acting Secretary Chad F. Wolf Remarks As Prepared: Homeland Security And The China Challenge
Thank you, Jim and thank you to the Heritage Foundation and for hosting today’s speech. Heritage has been an indispensable partner during my time as Acting Secretary, and I appreciate their continued efforts to communicate and amplify the great work of the dedicated men and women of the Department of Homeland Security.
Asylum Cooperative Agreement with Honduras Finalized
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that the United States and Honduras have concluded the implementation accords for the Asylum Cooperative Agreement (ACA) signed in September 2019. Under the ACA, certain migrants requesting asylum or similar humanitarian protection at the U.S. border may be transferred to Honduras to seek protection in Honduras.
Acting Secretary Chad F. Wolf Approves Appointments to the Faith-Based Security Advisory Council
The Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, Chad F. Wolf, approved the appointment of 17 members to the newly created Faith-Based Security Advisory Council (FBSAC) on Friday, December 11.
Center for Homeland Defense And Security Commencement Remarks as Prepared By Acting Secretary Chad F. Wolf
Thank you, Glenn, for that introduction. Good morning, graduates. It is an honor to join you virtually to celebrate this momentous occasion and to congratulate each of you for your dedication and hard work.