Latest news and press releases.
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Cyber Safety Review Board Releases Report of its Review into Log4j Vulnerabilities and Response
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the Cyber Safety Review Board’s (CSRB) first report, which includes 19 actionable recommendations for government and industry. The recommendations from the CSRB – an unprecedented public-private initiative that brings together government and industry leaders to review and assess significant cybersecurity events to better protect our nation’s networks and infrastructure – address the continued risk posed by vulnerabilities discovered in late 2021 in the widely used Log4j open-source software library.
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DHS to Expand Security Cooperation with Qatar and the United Arab Emirates
Last week, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Under Secretary for Policy Robert Silvers was in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates to expand security cooperation between the United States and each nation, and to advance key homeland security agreements and objectives.
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DHS Update on Border Wall Remediation Efforts
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will prioritize remaining prior year border barrier funding for environmental remediation and mitigation, as well as for installing updates – such as lighting, cameras, and detection technology – in places with previously built barrier.
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DHS Announces Extension of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuela
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas is extending the designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on the Retirement of United States Secret Service Director, James M. Murray
Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement following the retirement announcement for James M. Murray, Director of the United States Secret Service
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Joint Statement Between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Ministry of Interior of the State of Qatar to Secure World Cup Qatar 2022
Building on the longstanding relationship between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Ministry of Interior of the State of Qatar (MOI), DHS Under Secretary for Policy Robert Silvers met Prime Minister and Minister of Interior H.E. Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani in Doha to discuss shared security priorities and re-affirm their joint commitment to expand cooperation to enhance the security of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on Shooting in Highland Park, Illinois
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding the mass shooting in Highland Park, Illinois:
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DHS Announces Results of Invent2Prevent Final Competition Event
On June 21 and June 22, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3), in collaboration with EdVenture Partners and the McCain Institute for International Leadership, hosted the finalists for Invent2Prevent, a program that empowers university and high school students to develop innovative projects that help prevent targeted violence and terrorism.
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Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman Submits Annual Report to Congress
The Department of Homeland Security’s Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman (CIS Ombudsman) submitted its annual report to Congress which provides recommendations for creating a more effective and efficient system to better assist individuals and employers applying for immigration benefits with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
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DHS Statement on Supreme Court Decision on MPP
DHS Statement on Supreme Court Decision on MPP
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Readout of Secretary Mayorkas’s Meeting with Minister of Interior General Sheikh Rashed bin Abdulla Al-Khalifa of Bahrain
On June 29, 2022, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas met with General Sheikh Rashed bin Abdulla Al-Khalifa, Minister of Interior of the Kingdom of Bahrain. Secretary Mayorkas and Minister Al-Khalifa signed three cooperative arrangements on countering unmanned aircraft systems, enhancing cooperation on cybersecurity, and combatting financial support for terrorism.
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Readout of Secretary Mayorkas’s Meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Božinović of Croatia
On June 28, 2022, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas met with Davor Božinović, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the Republic of Croatia. Secretary Mayorkas congratulated Croatia on its recent entry to the Visa Waiver Program and expressed his appreciation for Croatia's ambition to be the next country to join the Global Entry program.
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DHS Announces Expansion of Citizenship and Integration Grant Program and Open Application Period
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the open application period for the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program which provides funding for citizenship preparation programs in communities across the country. The program will provide up to $20 million in grants, an increase from $10 million in funding last year.
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DHS Releases Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Strategy
As part of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF), chaired by DHS, released the Strategy to Prevent the Importation of Goods Mined, Produced, Or Manufactured With Forced Labor in the People’s Republic of China (“Strategy”).
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Readout of Secretary Mayorkas’s Meeting with Italian Interior Minister Lamorgese
Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas met with Italian Interior Minister Luciana Lamorgese to discuss the strong bilateral partnership between the United States and Italy and ways to further enhance collaboration on shared priorities.
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Secretary Mayorkas Directs DHS To Reform Employee Misconduct Discipline Processes
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced that he has directed the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to reform its employee misconduct discipline processes following the conclusion of the DHS General Counsel’s review of the discipline processes currently in effect throughout the Department.
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DHS and DOS Announce Exemptions Allowing Eligible Afghans to Qualify for Protection and Immigration Benefits
Today, the Department of Homeland Security and Department of State took steps to ensure that vulnerable Afghans who have supported and worked with the United States in Afghanistan, and who have undergone rigorous screening and vetting, can qualify for protection and other immigration benefits in the United States.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on the Confirmation of Kenneth L. Wainstein to Lead the DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on the confirmation of Kenneth L. Wainstein as Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis.
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DHS Issues National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin, June 07, 2022
Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued a National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin regarding the continued heightened threat environment across the United States.
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DHS to Address Life, Safety, Environmental, and Operational Considerations for Border Barrier Projects in California, Arizona, and Texas
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas authorized U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to move forward with projects in the San Diego, El Centro, Yuma, El Paso, and Rio Grande Valley Sectors to address life, safety, environmental, or other remediation requirements in accordance with the Department’s plan for the use of border barrier funds.
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Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on Efficiently and Fairly Processing Asylum Claims
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding the implementation of a rule that will ensure that noncitizens placed in expedited removal who are eligible for asylum are granted relief quickly, while those who are not are promptly removed.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on Shooting in Uvalde, Texas
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
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DHS Statement on Safety and Enforcement Following Shooting in Uvalde, Texas
ICE and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) remind the public that sites that provide emergency response and relief are considered protected areas.
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DHS Statement on District Court Ruling on Title 42
As we have repeatedly stated, Title 42 is not an immigration authority, but a public health authority employed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to protect against the spread of communicable disease, in this case, COVID-19. We will comply with the court’s order to continue enforcing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Title 42 Order as long as it remains in place. Meanwhile, DHS will continue to execute its comprehensive, whole-of-government plan to manage potential increases in the number of migrants encountered at our border. As part of this effort, DHS has established a Southwest Border Coordination Center to execute those plans. DHS will also increase personnel and resources as needed, and has already redeployed more than 600 additional law enforcement officers to the border.
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DHS and DOL Announce Availability of Additional H-2B Visas for Second Half of Fiscal Year
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DOL) announced the availability of an additional 35,000 H-2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas during the second half of fiscal year (FY) 2022. These visas are for U.S. employers seeking to employ additional workers on or after April 1, 2022, through Sept. 30, 2022.