News from April 2023
FACTSHEET: Encounters at Southwest Border on the Rise Again as Mayorkas is Set to Testify on Inadequate FY24 Border Security Budget
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
The day Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is set to testify before the Homeland Security Committee, the latest monthly encounters data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) shows the startling truth that despite this administration’s numerous efforts to hide the extent of the crisis at our borders, the chaos is clearly only getting worse due to this administration’s refusal to enforce our nation’s laws.
ICYMI: Hearing Highlights the Dangers Posed to the U.S. Homeland by the Biden Administration’s Catastrophic Afghanistan Withdrawal
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence, led by Chairman August Pfluger (R-TX), heard firsthand testimony from national security experts on the dangerous consequences to U.S. homeland security from the Biden administration’s deadly and chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021.
“Abject Failure at The Border”: Republicans Hold Secretary Mayorkas Accountable
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
House Committee on Homeland Security, led by Chairman Mark E. Green, MD (R-TN), held Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas accountable on behalf of the American people for both a historic crisis at our borders and a woefully inadequate Fiscal Year 2024 budget proposal for the Department.
Garbarino Announces Subcommittee Hearing With CISA Director Jen Easterly
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Chairman Andrew Garbarino (R-NY) announced a hearing next week with Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Director Jen Easterly on the nation’s current cybersecurity posture when it comes to defending our critical infrastructure through public-private collaboration.
Chairman Green, Homeland Security Republicans Introduce the Border Reinforcement Act
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Mark E. Green, MD (R-TN), joined by every Republican member of the Homeland Security Committee, introduced the Border Reinforcement Act of 2023.
Homeland Security Committee Markup of H.R. 2794, the Border Reinforcement Act of 2023
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
The House Homeland Security Committee will hold a markup on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at 10:00 AM ET to consider H.R. 2794, the Border Reinforcement Act of 2023.
Pfluger Delivers Opening Remarks for Subcommittee Hearing on the Biden Administration’s Catastrophic Afghanistan Withdrawal
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Chairman August Pfluger (R-TX) delivered the following opening remarks during a hearing on the Biden administration’s disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan a year and a half ago.
Peters, Hawley, Thompson, Garbarino Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill To Expand Mental Health Support For Dhs Law Enforcement
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Josh Hawley (R-MO) introduced bipartisan legislation to increase mental health resources for law enforcement personnel at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Peters Convenes Hearing With Secretary Mayorkas To Discuss Resources Needed By Dhs To Address Challenges And Security Threats
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, convened a hearing with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas to examine what resources and authorities DHS needs to address evolving and persistent security threats, such as domestic terrorism, potential attacks from unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and cyber-attacks. Lawmakers and Secretary Mayorkas also discussed what the Department requires to effectively secure and operate our nation’s borders.
Senate Passes Peters, Collins, Carper & Murkowski Bipartisan Legislation To Extend Federal Support For Local Fire Departments
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
Bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Susan Collins (R-ME), Tom Carper (D-DE), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) to extend federal programs that help support local fire departments across the country has passed the Senate
Peters Convenes Hearing To Examine Gao’s High Risk Report On Federal Waste, Fraud, And Abuse
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, convened a hearing with the Comptroller General of the United States, Gene L. Dodaro, to examine the nonpartisan U.S. Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) 2023 High Risk List – a biennial report that identifies federal programs that are vulnerable to waste, fraud, abuse. During the hearing, Peters emphasized the important role that GAO plays in helping Congress ensure a more effective and efficient government.
Dr. Paul Stresses Importance Of Investigating Covid-19 Origins To Dhs Secretary
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, delivered opening remarks during a hearing titled “The FY24 DHS Budget: Resources and Authorities Requested to Protect and Secure the Homeland.
Icymi: Homeland Security Committee Republicans Press Mayorkas Over Department Failures
By U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs | Apr 24, 2023
During yesterday’s hearing to consider the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) FY24 Budget, Republicans on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee pressed Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over his Department’s dangerous abuses of power and policies that have caused an unprecedented surge in illegal crossings.
Dr. Paul The Hill Op-ed: Department Of Homeland Security’s Covid Censorship Problem
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
In a new op-ed for The Hill, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, discussed the Department of Homeland Security’s concerning record of censoring free speech regarding COVID-19.
Dr. Paul Highlights Need For Fiscal Responsibility At Hearing Examining Government Waste And Abuse
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, emphasized the importance of reducing government waste during a hearing titled “GAO’s 2023 High Risk List: Recommendations for Reducing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse.” During the hearing, Dr. Paul showcased examples of waste from his 2022 ‘Festivus’ Report, which identified over $482 billion dollars in government waste.
Homeland Security Department discusses Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Rancocas Creek, Burlington County, NJ on April 24
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on April 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Safety Zone; Fireworks Display, Great Egg Harbor Bay, Ocean City, NJ discussed on April 24 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on April 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Stephen Roncone Appointed Secret Service Chief Financial Officer
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - United States Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has announced the appointment of Stephen Roncone to the position of Chief Financial Officer, April 24, 2023.
Alert Richmond TSA officers help save pilots life
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
Release: RICHMOND, Va.--Two Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers were in the middle of a security operation at Virginias Richmond International Airport (RIC) when they quickly jumped into action after seeing an airline pilot suddenly collapse.
Northwood Man Sentenced for Defrauding U.S. Taxpayers
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: CONCORD A Northwood man was sentenced today in federal court for attempting to fraudulently obtain over $6 million in CARES Act funds from the United States government, U.S. Attorney Jane E. Young announces.