Latest U.S. Department of Homeland Security News

Mayorkas warns of dangers to the US if it loses tools to block terrorists from using drones and WMD

Nov. 15, 2023 15:52 PM EST

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government is at risk of losing key tools for preventing terrorists from using drones, chemicals or weapons of mass destruction if Congress doesn’t take action soon, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas warned Wednesday. Congress could...

House pushes off impeachment of Homeland Secretary Mayorkas for handling of southern border

Nov. 13, 2023 21:31 PM EST

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted Monday to push off a Republican effort to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, ending for now a threat against the Cabinet secretary that has been brewing ever since Republicans took the House majority in January. Rep. Marjorie...

Biden administration is resuming deportation flights for Venezuelan migrants as arrivals grow

Oct. 05, 2023 21:37 PM EDT

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Biden administration will resume deporting Venezuelan migrants, the largest single group encountered at the U.S.-Mexico border last month, back to their economically troubled country as their arrivals continue to grow. U.S. Homeland Security Secretary...

With temporary status for Venezuelans, the Biden administration turns to a familiar tool

Sep. 23, 2023 21:17 PM EDT

MEXICO CITY (AP) — From a White House podium in May, U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas outlined new legal pathways to the United States for Venezuelans and others, along with a “very clear” message for those who come illegally. “Our borders are not open....