Air Marshals moved to Deportation Duty, that’s the new reality we’re facing, apparently. The whole thing just feels… off, doesn’t it? Like a bad remix of a familiar song, where the rhythm is just a bit… wrong. The news is filled with these stories, and you start to wonder what’s really happening and why.
It seems that the Air Marshal National Council, the group representing the rank-and-file marshals, has already sent a cease-and-desist letter to both the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Their argument is that these new assignments could potentially be contract fraud, while also placing personnel in unsafe or even inappropriate working conditions.… Continue reading
The memo, obtained by the publication, advocates for increased military involvement in combating illegal immigration, potentially extending beyond border security to urban areas. DHS anticipates prolonged military operations, possibly mirroring strategies seen in Los Angeles. The memo draws a parallel between transnational gangs and terrorist organizations, hinting at a militarized presence within the interior. Critics like Carrie Lee express concern, arguing this approach is unprecedented since Japanese internment and undermines the rule of law. The memo was written by Philip Hegseth, a senior advisor to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, and highlights his influential role in the Defense Department.
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Federal agents arrested a Delta pilot on child pornography charges aboard Delta Flight 2809 shortly after landing in San Francisco, causing shock and distress among passengers. The arrest, involving multiple agencies including the Department of Homeland Security, occurred around 9:35 p.m. local time on Saturday after the flight from Minneapolis was delayed due to fog. Witnesses described officers storming the cockpit and leading the pilot off the plane after he was arrested. The pilot’s identity has not been released to the public.
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Following a New York Times report detailing unanswered calls to FEMA in the wake of devastating Texas floods, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem dismissed the claims as “fake news.” The report indicated that a new policy requiring Noem’s signature on contracts, which she had not yet authorized, led to call center staffing shortages. Despite these reports and FEMA’s own internal assessment of being unprepared, Noem maintained that the federal response was immediate and that the agency is being “redeployed in a new way.” This denial comes amid the administration’s stated goals of dismantling or fundamentally reforming FEMA.
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Amidst the devastating Texas floods, which resulted in numerous deaths and missing persons, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem delayed crucial aid by requiring her signature on contracts and grants over $100,000. According to multiple sources, this new requirement delayed the deployment of Urban Search and Rescue crews, aerial imagery, and additional staff for FEMA’s disaster call center. While Texas awaited aid, Noem took to social media to ask followers for their preference on her official portrait as a former governor. Former FEMA Director Deanne Criswell stated that these delays could have cost lives.
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Thomas Fugate, the newly appointed director of the DHS Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, has come under fire due to a past incident involving threatening messages. The Daily Beast revealed that Fugate, then 18 years old, sent concerning messages to a love rival of his girlfriend, then a high school freshman. While the department initially claimed there was no formal investigation, the Cedar Park City Attorney’s Office later confirmed an investigation into “an alleged injury to a child.” These recent revelations regarding Fugate’s past actions have raised concerns about his suitability for such a critical role.
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A US citizen is seeking $1 million in damages from the Department of Homeland Security after being arrested while filming an immigration raid at a Home Depot. Job Garcia, a photographer, was detained for over 24 hours after being tackled by masked immigration officials. The arrest occurred during a period of increased immigration enforcement, especially at Home Depot locations. Garcia alleges unlawful detention and physical injury, while the DHS claims he assaulted and harassed a federal agent.
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President Trump recently appointed several individuals to an advisory council within the Department of Homeland Security. The council, initially established in 2002, is intended to provide independent advice on homeland security operations. Notable appointments include right-wing commentator Mark Levin, former Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani, and former campaign advisor Corey Lewandowski. The council will be chaired by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and is set to hold its first meeting early next month.
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Following military strikes against Iran and heightened terror risk warnings, the appointment of 22-year-old Thomas Fugate, a former Heritage Foundation intern with no prior government leadership or security experience, to a leadership role at the Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) has drawn criticism. The CP3 oversees an $18 million grant program to combat violent extremism, and experts have expressed concern over Fugate’s qualifications, especially as he replaced an Army veteran with over 20 years of national security experience. While CP3 doesn’t engage in law enforcement, officials worry that replacing an experienced leader with someone lacking relevant expertise undermines the agency’s mission of preventing terrorism. Critics note that Fugate’s previous experience includes a brief stint as a gardener and internships, questioning his ability to effectively address complex counterterrorism challenges.
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was hospitalized in Washington, D.C. after suffering an allergic reaction. The incident occurred after a week of high-profile events including a visit to Fort Detrick, a press conference in California marked by protests and an altercation involving Senator Alex Padilla, and a related arrest of NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander. Noem, appointed by President Trump, is currently recovering and is reported to be alert. Her role oversees immigration enforcement and national emergency response.
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