Latest news and press releases.
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Justice Department Expands Efforts to Dismantle Human Smuggling Operations and Support Immigration Prosecutions
Ahead of the third anniversary of the establishment of Joint Task Force Alpha (JTFA), the Justice Department announced additional efforts to dismantle human smuggling operations and increase accountability for those who violate our immigration laws.
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CWMD Provides CBRN Detection and Monitoring Support to the Indy 500
Assistant Secretary Mary Ellen Callahan, DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD), visited Indianapolis Motor Speedway to learn about the safety and security measures in preparation for the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500.
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Honduras-Based Leader of Migrant Smuggling Organization Sentenced
The leader of a migrant smuggling organization was sentenced to 10 years in prison for her role in smuggling over 100 migrants from Honduras to the United States for profit.
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FEMA Prepares for 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, Joins NOAA for Annual Hurricane Outlook
FEMA Deputy Administrator Erik A. Hooks joined NOAA Administrator Dr. Rick Spinrad and NWS Director Ken Graham to issue the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook ahead of the official start of the season.
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Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on Senate Vote on the Bipartisan Border Security Agreement
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued a statement on the Senate vote on the Bipartisan Border Security Agreement.
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Joint Statement on the Signing of Joint Declaration of Intent to Strengthen Franco-American Customs Cooperation
To strengthen cooperation between France and the United States in customs matters and improve the facilitation of travelers and goods, the Minister Delegate for Public Accounts, Mr. Thomas Cazanave, and the Senior Official Performing the Duties of Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, Ms. Kristie Canegallo, signed a Joint Declaration of Intent.
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Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on the Recognition of DHS Advancement on Partnership for Public Service List of “Best Places to Work”
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued a statement regarding the Partnership for Public Service’s recognition of the DHS as the most improved large agency in its 2023 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government.
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DHS and DOJ Announce “Recent Arrivals” Docket Process for More Efficient Immigration Hearings
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas and Attorney General Merrick B. Garland announced a new Recent Arrivals (RA) Docket process to more expeditiously resolve immigration cases of certain noncitizen single adults who attempt to cross irregularly between ports of entry at the Southwest border.
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DHS Announces 26 Additional PRC-Based Textile Companies to the UFLPA Entity List
DHS announced the addition of 26 textile companies based in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List. Effective May 17, 2024, goods produced by the named 26 entities will be restricted from entering the United States.
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Disrupting Irregular Migration: Best Practices in Response to Recent Developments in the Aviation Sector
The Departments of State, Homeland Security, and the Treasury jointly issued this alert to notify airlines, air charter operators, travel agents, and service providers of the ways in which migrant smuggling and human trafficking networks are exploiting legitimate transportation services to facilitate irregular migration to the United States.