The Latest Breaking News from DHS

Kristi Noem walked out to her first official news conference as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security soundtracked to the country song “Hot Mama.” Following a prayer, Noem walked to the podium to rapturous applause while the Trace Adkins hit played.

Governor Greg Abbott said 400 soldiers will be deployed

As expected.

Acting Defense Secretary Robert Salesses said the troops will fly helicopters to assist Border Patrol agents and help in the construction of barriers.

The administration plans to expand military involvement, increase detention capacity, and speed up deportations

Just one piece of Trump's plan, the Laken Riley Act, would require at least $26.9 billion to ramp up capacity at immigrant detention facilities to add 110,000 beds.

The Department of Homeland Security has axed all advisory bodies to "eliminate a misuse of resources."

President Donald Trump aims to upend the immigration system in the United States in his first few days in office. On Jan. 20, 2025, Trump signed various executive orders that temporarily prevent refugees from coming to the U.S. and block immigrants from applying for asylum at a U.S. border, among…

President Trump's decisive actions in reshaping DHS raise concerns about aviation security and resource allocation.