Homeland Security
Coverage of Homeland Security in the Nexus archive.
- Got a call and was threatened to have homeland security called on me [US] I
The user received a threatening phone call from someone claiming to be from Citi Card Fraud Department, accusing them of an unauthorized illegal gun purchase. The caller threatened to involve homeland security and the FBI if the user did not respond within two hours. The user later contacted Citi directly, who denied any involvement with homeland security.
- America's Empty CT Chair
The U.S. is reducing its leadership role in global counterterrorism, shifting responsibilities to allies while cutting domestic agency resources. The U.N. strategy meeting addresses rising decentralized threats from groups like ISIS-K and Al-Qaeda in the Sahel, as funding gaps shift priorities toward Gulf state priorities.
- Supreme court nears the end of its term with cases about Donald Trump’s power to be decided – US politics live
The Supreme Court is set to issue decisions on cases involving Donald Trump's claims of presidential power as it concludes its term. Joe Biden criticized Trump for diminishing America's global standing, while Trump delivered remarks at a Democratic party event. Escalating Iran-US tensions and Homeland Security's response to a Supreme Court decision on immigrant protections are also highlighted.
- Trump's Homeland boss humiliated by Republican during explosive clash with Democrat: 'Don't you point your finger at me!'
Trump's Homeland boss was humiliated by a Republican during an explosive clash with a Democrat. The Republican accused the Democrat of pointing fingers in the confrontation.
- Federal judge dismisses Justice Department lawsuit seeking detailed voter data from Maryland
A federal judge dismissed a Justice Department lawsuit seeking detailed voter records from Maryland, joining nine other states where similar efforts have failed. The DOJ argued the data was needed to enforce federal election laws, but the court ruled the request violated the Civil Rights Act's text. The dismissed case is part of broader legal battles in 30 states over access to voter information containing personal details like addresses and Social Security numbers.
- The clock is ticking on Trump's border wall
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin claims the primary border wall will be completed by next year, but only 10% of the planned wall is finished, requiring a construction pace of over 13 miles per week. Challenges include lawsuits, land access negotiations, and delays typical of large projects, with current progress at 2.6 miles per week. CBP has filed eminent domain lawsuits to secure private land and adjusted the wall's route after local pushback.
- Law professor details possible next steps in charges against 15 anti-ICE protesters
Federal prosecutors charged 15 people tied to Minneapolis-based antifa groups with conspiracy to impede or injure a federal officer. A law professor noted the indictment's evidence varies in strength against the 15 defendants, while defense attorneys called the charges political persecution.
- Live explosive device found near Homeland Security office in Cleveland, forcing mass evacuations
A live explosive device was discovered near a Cleveland Homeland Security office in Brooklyn Heights, prompting mass evacuations of at least seven nearby buildings. The FBI and ATF are investigating the incident, which occurred in an office complex housing ICE and other government agencies. No injuries were reported.
- Q&A: What Deborah Ross saw inside the ICE processing facility in Cary
U.S. Rep. Deborah Ross toured the ICE processing facility in Cary, describing it as a small, short-term center where individuals are held for hours before being transferred to the Stewart Detention Center in Georgia. Ross emphasized the need for congressional inspection of the Georgia facility due to concerns about prolonged detentions.
- Mullin says ICE ‘only’ deployed at midterm polls if ‘threat’ arises
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) would only be deployed at midterm polls if a threat arises. A CNN reporter asked Mullin to rule out sending ICE agents to the polls, referencing a prior hearing.
- Authorities warn about uptick of animal violence in South Carolina
Authorities in Chesterfield County, South Carolina, have issued a warning about an increase in animal violence, including a recent raid on a home suspected of dog fighting. This marks the second such case in the county this year, with state and federal agencies involved. In April, a former Chesterfield County deputy and three others were arrested in a similar operation, resulting in the rescue of 34 injured dogs by Humane World for Animals.
- Markwayne Mullin says he has 'zero respect' for Mamdani amid ICE surge threat
Markwayne Mullin, the Homeland Security Chief, expresses 'zero respect' for Mamdani, criticizing him for enabling 'lawless activity' in New York City. He labels Mamdani a 'socialist communist' and threatens an ICE surge.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill into law, funding agencies like ICE and CBP through September 2029. The bill passed with nearly all Republicans supporting it, despite Democratic demands for oversight measures after immigration officers killed two U.S. citizens in January 2026.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities over three years, with significant allocations to ICE, CBP, and Homeland Security. The bill passed with near-unanimous Republican support, despite Democratic calls for stricter law enforcement standards.
- Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package without new guardrails, passing 214-212. The bill allocates $38.53 billion for ICE, $26.02 billion for Border Patrol, and $5 billion for Homeland Security, with President Donald Trump expected to sign it. Democrats and independent Rep. Kevin Kiley opposed the measure, citing lack of oversight.
- Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package without new operational guardrails for federal agents, sending it to President Donald Trump for expected signature. The 214-212 vote included opposition from Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Rep. Kevin Kiley, along with Democrats, over concerns about accountability and past incidents involving immigration officers. Funds will support ICE, Border Patrol, and Homeland Security through September 2029.
- Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package without new operational guardrails for federal agents. The 214-212 vote sends the measure to President Donald Trump for expected signature, with Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski and California Rep. Kevin Kiley opposing alongside Democrats. The legislation allocates $38.53 billion to Immigration and Customs Enforcement and $26.02 billion to Customs and Border Protection over three years.
- Trump locks in ICE funding through end of presidency after House passes $70B package
The House passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement package, securing funding for ICE and CBP through 2029. The bill, passed 214-212, used a partisan budget reconciliation process to bypass Democratic opposition, which argued it weakened bipartisan appropriations norms.
- The Latest: House poised to fund immigration enforcement for the rest of Trump's term
House Republicans aim to approve $70 billion for immigration enforcement to fund Homeland Security through Trump's presidency, facing Democratic criticism as a 'blank check.' The Trump administration plans to appeal a federal judge's rejection of a $100,000 H-1B visa fee, while Trump nominates Todd Blanche for permanent Attorney General. Melania Trump promotes AI in education, and Trump highlights healthcare price transparency efforts.
- The Latest: House poised to fund immigration enforcement for the rest of Trump’s term
House Republicans aim to approve $70 billion for immigration enforcement to fund Homeland Security through President Trump’s term, facing Democratic criticism as a 'blank check.' Trump vows to appeal a rejected H-1B visa fee and nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, while addressing a helicopter crash near Hormuz and reiterating optimism about an Iran deal.
- House is set to fund Trump's immigration actions for the rest of his time in the White House
The House aims to approve nearly $70 billion for immigration enforcement, funding Homeland Security agencies through the remainder of President Donald Trump's term. The bill, initially stalled by controversial proposals, now focuses solely on immigration enforcement, with Republicans emphasizing its importance for border security and Democrats criticizing it as a 'blank check' for ICE.
- GOP senators rally around new DHS proposal targeting sanctuary cities: 'Should pay a price'
Republican senators expressed support for a Homeland Security proposal to withdraw Customs and Border Protection officers from airports in jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The plan faces opposition from Democrats and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who warn it would disrupt international travel and harm the economy.
- Homeland Security secretary says ICE will increase new officer training next month
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced that ICE will increase new officer training from 42 to 72 days starting July 1, reversing a shortened program. A former ICE lawyer, Ryan Schwank, criticized the training as 'deficient, defective and broken,' while ICE officials denied cutting corners, claiming no training hours were reduced.
- Homeland Security secretary says ICE will increase new officer training next month
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- Homeland Security secretary says ICE will increase new officer training next month
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced that ICE will restore training for new deportation officers to 72 days starting July 1, reversing a previous reduction to 42 days. The change follows criticism that the agency had weakened training standards to rapidly deploy more officers, with a former ICE lawyer alleging the program was 'deficient, defective, and broken.' ICE and Homeland Security denied cutting critical training, stating officers still receive firearms training, de-escalation tactics, and constitutional instruction.
- Heroic ICE officers, staff member open up on growing dangers: ‘Am I going to die?'
Two ICE officers and a staff member described the chaos of a 2025 sniper attack on the Dallas ICE Field Office, which killed two detainees and prompted nationwide security upgrades. They highlighted the growing dangers ICE officers face, including threats and hostility, as they conduct rescue operations during the attack.
- In Apparent Reversal, Mullin Says Abrego Garcia Could Be Deported to Costa Rica
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin appears to reverse his stance, suggesting Abrego Garcia could be deported to Costa Rica. It is unclear whether this reflects a genuine policy shift or a lack of awareness about prior Trump officials' positions.
- Mullin said he’s reviewing some contracts signed by Noem
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is reviewing contracts pursued by Kristi Noem that may have had ties to her allies and will provide a list of contracts that have been nixed. Rep. Bennie Thompson questioned Mullin about the matter during a House panel session.
- The Latest: Trump called Netanyahu ‘crazy’ and says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran
President Donald Trump criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as 'crazy' and expressed frustration that Israel's conflict with Hezbollah is hindering peace talks with Iran. The Trump administration finalized a deal to drop tax claims against Trump, while facing political backlash over a scrapped $1.8 billion fund. Congressional hearings targeted Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Secretary of State Marco Rubio on immigration policies and the Iran war.
- US Senate panel pans Homeland Security plan to stop customs processing at blue-city airports
The US Senate Homeland Security panel criticized Secretary Markwayne Mullin's plan to suspend customs processing at airports in cities deemed non-cooperative with federal immigration enforcement. Mullin defended the proposal, while Democratic senators argued it would cause legal and economic chaos. The discussion occurred during a hearing where Mullin also addressed immigration tactics and court order compliance.
- Newark Mayor Ras Baraka on Delaney Hall ICE facility
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is defending conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE detention facility in Newark, New Jersey, amid ongoing protests that have led to violent clashes between demonstrators and immigration officers. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, who was arrested outside the facility last year, is discussing the issue on 'The Daily Report'.
- Activists keep track of Alligator Alcatraz traffic in hopes of signs of a shutdown
Activists, including Jessica Namath of Floridians for Public Lands, are monitoring increased traffic at Alligator Alcatraz, a state-federal immigration detention facility in the Everglades, in hopes of a potential shutdown. The facility, which opened in July 2023, remains operational despite criticism over environmental and fiscal concerns.
- Drug-smuggling tunnel between U.S. and Mexico discovered under fake San Diego store, DOJ says
Authorities discovered a sophisticated cross-border drug-smuggling tunnel under a fake store in San Diego, used to smuggle drugs from Mexico. The tunnel was found after a months-long Homeland Security investigation, leading to four suspects being charged and the seizure of over a ton of cocaine valued at $45 million.
- Mullin said he can still ‘initiate’ plan to pull CBP from airports but sees’no need’ in Newark
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated he still has a plan to initiate the removal of customs officers from international airports but noted there is currently no need to do so in Newark. His remarks at a Dallas press conference suggest he is reconsidering a previously proposed plan.
- Coming Up: U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security to honor ICE officers from 2025 Dallas facility shooting
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin will honor ICE officers involved in the 2025 Dallas ICE facility shooting. On September 24, 2025, a shooter opened fire from an adjacent building, killing two detainees and injuring a third. The shooter, Joshua Jahn, died by suicide, and no ICE officers were injured.
- Homeland Security slams Democrat NJ Governor after she declares victory for 'solving' problem she created at ICE facility
Homeland Security slams the Democrat New Jersey Governor for declaring victory over an issue she created at an ICE facility. The dispute centers on the problem at the ICE facility.
- Pulling Customs From ‘Sanctuary’ City Airports Would Cause Chaos, Business Groups Say
Business groups warn that removing customs operations from sanctuary city airports would cause chaos. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin was at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland earlier this month.
- FAA chief reacts to Mullin's suggestion to halt international flights to Newark over ICE protests
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford is reacting to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin's proposal to halt international flights to Newark, New Jersey, due to ICE protests. The article is reported by Lindsey Reiser.
- Mullin threatens to pull agents from Newark airport over ICE detention center protest
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin threatened to remove officers processing international passengers at Newark International Airport over a protest related to an ICE detention center. The threat was made public on Thursday.
- Airlines, hotels warn against Trump admin threat to international flights to 'sanctuary cities'
The Trump administration is considering pulling international flight processing in 'sanctuary cities,' according to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin. Airlines and hotels have warned against this potential policy change.