US Border Patrol chief Jason Owens has labeled the migrant crisis at the US-Mexico border a "national security threat," expressing concerns about terrorists and dangerous individuals slipping through. With record levels of migrants crossing the border, including thousands claiming asylum and being released into the country, Owens emphasized the need for stronger penalties against offenders and highlighted the presence of individuals with criminal backgrounds among the migrant population. President Biden has criticized Republicans for obstructing a bipartisan deal to address the border crisis, while Owens stressed the importance of border security in national security and the need to prevent exploitation of vulnerabilities at the border.
U.S. Border Patrol chief Jason Owens has labeled the situation at the southern border a "national security threat," citing the evasion of 140,000 migrants over the past five months. He expressed concern about the lack of knowledge regarding the intentions and backgrounds of these individuals. While acknowledging that most migrants are "good people" seeking a better life, Owens emphasized the need for tougher immigration policies to reduce illegal border crossings, attributing the surge to cartels.
A shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade left one dead and 21 injured, with three suspects in custody; concerns arise over Russia's potential space-based weapon threat; hearings in Donald Trump's New York and Georgia cases take place today; SpaceX launches a robotic spacecraft to the moon, aiming for the first U.S. lunar landing since 1972; Notre Dame's new spire unveiled as cathedral reconstruction progresses, while U.S. teachers limit lessons on political and social topics.
The chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, Rep. Mike Turner, issued a cryptic warning about a "serious national security threat," prompting officials to urge calm. While the threat is unspecified, it is believed to be related to Russian capabilities in space, specifically the development of a nuclear-capable weapon that could potentially take down U.S. satellites. Lawmakers have downplayed the urgency of the situation, emphasizing the need for attention but not immediate panic. The Biden administration is set to brief House members on the issue, while Moscow has dismissed the reports as an attempt to push a stalled bill providing U.S. aid to Ukraine.
House Intelligence Committee chairman Mike Turner issued a cryptic warning of a "serious national security threat" facing the US, with officials suggesting that Russia is developing a nuclear-capable weapon to take down satellites. The White House stated that the threat is not imminent, but congressional leaders will be briefed, and lawmakers have until Friday to review intelligence about it. Turner called for the declassification of information to openly discuss the necessary actions, while other lawmakers emphasized the need for caution and reassured the public that there is no cause for panic. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan offered to personally brief congressional leaders on the matter.
Rep. Michael R. Turner, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, urged lawmakers to review classified information about a "serious national security threat" posed by a foreign country, believed to be Russia. The information, obtained under surveillance authority, does not indicate an imminent threat but is a medium-to-long term concern. Turner's public disclosure has drawn criticism for potentially complicating the administration's response, as officials were planning a briefing for top House lawmakers. The Biden administration has been urged to declassify the information, and National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan expressed surprise at Turner's decision to make the matter public ahead of a planned meeting with lawmakers.
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner warns of a "serious national security threat" without providing details, pre-empting a planned White House briefing, and requesting President Biden to declassify information. White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan expresses surprise at Turner's statement, confirming a Thursday briefing related to the threat. The threat is described as a "potential foreign threat" by a Democratic source, and Senate leaders are not expected to attend the briefing due to a recess.
The White House's national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, has scheduled a classified meeting with congressional leadership following a request from top House Republican Rep. Mike Turner to declassify information related to a "serious national security threat." Sullivan declined to confirm if the meeting will address the reported threat but emphasized that President Biden's decisions prioritize the security of the American people. The threat is linked to "a destabilizing foreign military capability," according to a letter sent to members of Congress from the House Intelligence Committee. Sullivan expressed surprise at Turner's public statement and emphasized the administration's willingness to declassify intelligence in the national interest.
House Intelligence Committee Chair Mike Turner has alerted Congress to a "serious national security threat," which sources say is related to Russia. The nature of the threat remains vague, but it is described as "very sensitive" and "destabilizing." While House Speaker Mike Johnson sought to reassure the public, Turner has called on President Joe Biden to declassify all information relating to the threat. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan expressed frustration with Turner for preempting a scheduled meeting, but emphasized the administration's willingness to declassify intelligence in the national interest.
House Speaker Mike Johnson defended the Republican vote to impeach Alejandro Mayorkas, justifying it as "desperate times call for desperate measures." Meanwhile, concerns have been raised about a serious national security threat, with calls for declassification of related information. Additionally, there are discussions about a potential ceasefire in Gaza, efforts to secure more funding for Ukraine, and a special election win for a New York Democrat.
A proposed US congressional bill, the BIOSECURE Act, has identified a Chinese biotech company, Wuxi Apptec Group, which has ties to Mayo Clinic, as a national security threat. If passed, the bill would restrict federally funded medical providers from using foreign adversary biotech companies, potentially impacting the partnership between Mayo Clinic and Wuxi Apptec Group. Mayo Clinic has stated that it will study the bill language and comply with federal requirements if the bill is passed.
The Department of Homeland Security's annual threat study predicts that illegal drugs, particularly those produced in Mexico and sold in the United States, will be one of the top national security threats in 2024. Overdose deaths have exceeded 100,000 in the past year, with fentanyl being the leading cause. The report also highlights the impact of illegal drugs on American communities, including supporting criminal enterprises and undermining the rule of law. While terrorism remains a significant threat, both foreign and domestic, the report emphasizes the need to monitor critical infrastructure and the potential for violence from individuals radicalized in the United States. The report also addresses threats along the southern border, increased migration challenges, and the focus on domestic violent extremists and cyberattacks, particularly in relation to the 2024 election.
House Oversight Committee Chairman Rep. James Comer claims that at least six or seven members of President Biden's family have profited off their family name through business dealings around the world. Comer is leading a probe into Hunter Biden and the Biden family’s foreign business deals, and certain transactions, including the $3 million wire to John "Rob" Walker, are raising red flags. The committee is "on the hunt" for about a dozen other similar wire transactions. The investigation is being led by Trump-appointed Delaware U.S. Attorney David Weiss.
