All articles tagged with #homeland security
Originally Published 1 day ago — by PBS
The killing of Renee Good by an ICE officer has sparked congressional debates over immigration enforcement, accountability, and potential policy changes, with Democrats demanding investigations and reforms, while Republicans largely defend the actions, highlighting a deeply divided political landscape.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
The DHS announced that ICE arrested over 1,500 criminal illegal aliens in Minnesota, including violent offenders such as rapists, pedophiles, and drug traffickers, emphasizing efforts to remove dangerous individuals from communities despite local opposition.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security reports a dramatic increase in assaults, vehicular attacks, and threats against ICE officers, attributed to hostile rhetoric from sanctuary politicians and media, with a 1,300% rise in assaults and a 3,200% rise in vehicular attacks.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by ABC News
The Department of Homeland Security accused Hilton Hotels of canceling reservations for immigration agents in Minnesota, but it was later clarified that the hotel is independently operated and has apologized, stating the cancellations violated their policies. The incident occurred amid increased DHS activity in the region, including deploying up to 2,000 agents for investigations.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by CBS News
The Trump administration is deploying around 2,000 federal agents to Minneapolis for a 30-day operation targeting immigration enforcement and fraud, marking one of the largest DHS deployments in recent years amid ongoing fraud scandals and community tensions.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The Guardian
The US Department of Homeland Security has faced criticism for using artworks by Japanese artist Hiroshi Nagai and others without permission to promote deportation policies, sparking outrage from artists and celebrities alike.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
FEMA awarded $250 million to 11 states and the National Capital Region to enhance drone detection and mitigation capabilities ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking the fastest non-disaster grant execution in FEMA history, as part of a broader initiative to protect mass gatherings from hostile drone threats.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by BBC
Federal agents are investigating childcare centers in Minneapolis amid allegations of fraud linked to Somali-run centers, following viral social media claims. Despite some centers being shut down and ongoing inspections, no concrete evidence of fraud has been found, and officials emphasize the importance of thorough investigation. The crackdown is part of broader immigration and crime enforcement efforts in the US, amid political tensions surrounding Somali immigration.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by CBS News
A viral social media video prompted a federal investigation into alleged fraud at Minnesota daycare centers, but CBS News found most centers had active licenses and no evidence of fraud, highlighting the difference between public suspicion and verified misconduct amid broader COVID-era fraud scandals in the state.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by PBS
Homeland Security is investigating a large-scale fraud in Minneapolis related to the misappropriation of federal funds, including a significant scheme at the nonprofit Feeding Our Future, amid ongoing tensions between federal and state authorities and concerns over misuse of taxpayer money.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by Axios
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are intensifying investigations into alleged fraud schemes in Minnesota, focusing on government-funded programs and targeting the state's Somali community, amid political tensions involving Trump administration officials and Minnesota leaders.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by CBS News
Homeland Security agents are conducting a large-scale investigation into over 30 sites in Minneapolis, focusing on rampant fraud related to childcare and other programs, amid broader concerns about Medicaid fraud and immigration enforcement. The effort follows recent statements from FBI and DHS officials highlighting significant fraud issues in Minnesota, with investigations into billions of dollars in alleged Medicaid fraud and related criminal activities.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The Guardian
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's efforts to cut homeland security funding to states that do not comply with immigration policies, ruling that such cuts were unlawful and tied to political motives, and emphasizing the importance of these funds for counter-terrorism and law enforcement efforts.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
The DHS highlighted the arrest of numerous dangerous illegal aliens involved in serious crimes, emphasizing their efforts to remove such individuals from U.S. communities despite political and media opposition.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by The New York Times
Britain is ramping up its homeland defense capabilities amid concerns over Russian hybrid attacks and increasing geopolitical tensions, but critics say progress has been too slow since the disbandment of its last dedicated homeland military force in 1992.