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6 hours ago

Senator decries new shoes-on security policy at US airports as reckless'

The new TSA policy allowing shoes on during scans raises security concerns, according to Senator Tammy Duckworth.

9 hours ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.

fromFast Company

Some airport wait times improve as TSA workers start to get paid

TSA workers are receiving paychecks, improving airport wait times, but uncertainty remains about long-term security line normalization and immigration officer presence.

US news

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports persist despite an executive order to pay TSA officers, causing significant delays for travelers during spring break.

Airport congestion eases as TSA workers receive backpay but record DHS shutdown drags on US politics live

Security lines at airports have improved as TSA officers receive backpay after the government shutdown.

US news

6 hours ago

Senator decries new shoes-on security policy at US airports as reckless'

The new TSA policy allowing shoes on during scans raises security concerns, according to Senator Tammy Duckworth.

9 hours ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.

fromFast Company

Some airport wait times improve as TSA workers start to get paid

TSA workers are receiving paychecks, improving airport wait times, but uncertainty remains about long-term security line normalization and immigration officer presence.

US news

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports persist despite an executive order to pay TSA officers, causing significant delays for travelers during spring break.

Intellectual property law

Airport congestion eases as TSA workers receive backpay but record DHS shutdown drags on US politics live

Security lines at airports have improved as TSA officers receive backpay after the government shutdown.

more#tsa

fromWIRED

17 hours ago

CBP Facility Codes Sure Seem to Have Leaked Via Online Flashcards

The public Quizlet set contained information about alleged codes for specific facility entrances. 'Checkpoint doors code?' asked one card, with a specific four-digit combination listed in response.

Privacy professionals

5 hours ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.

#trump

fromAxios

Washington DC

Trump to circumvent Congress with order to pay all DHS workers

Trump plans to pay all DHS employees directly, bypassing Congress amid ongoing government shutdown negotiations.

fromFortune

Trump says he will order ICE to airports for security amid government shutdown and vows to arrest 'all illegal immigrants' | Fortune

Trump plans to deploy ICE agents in airports to enforce immigration laws amid a congressional standoff and partial government shutdown.

fromAxios

Trump to circumvent Congress with order to pay all DHS workers

Trump plans to pay all DHS employees directly, bypassing Congress amid ongoing government shutdown negotiations.

fromFortune

Trump says he will order ICE to airports for security amid government shutdown and vows to arrest 'all illegal immigrants' | Fortune

Trump plans to deploy ICE agents in airports to enforce immigration laws amid a congressional standoff and partial government shutdown.

Social justice

Immigrants seeking asylum ordered to countries they've never been to, stuck in limbo

US news

Federal judge rules DHS illegally stripped immigration status from thousands who entered through CBP One App

US politics

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

How Trump uses non-immigration government agencies to aid his deportation campaign

The Trump administration's new HUD regulations target undocumented immigrants in rental assistance households, risking family separation and affecting thousands of eligible citizens.

fromIndependent

Alex Woodward: How ICE agents have become Donald Trump's own personal police

Donald Trump is using armed ICE officers at airports to pressure Democrats and Republicans regarding the filibuster.

fromSlate Magazine

How ICE Landed At Your Airport

Immigration enforcement has shifted from a Republican strength to an electoral liability, yet remains a priority despite its reduced visibility.

Social justice

Immigrants seeking asylum ordered to countries they've never been to, stuck in limbo

Many immigrants face third-country deportation orders to nations where they have no ties, creating fear and uncertainty in their asylum processes.

US news

Federal judge rules DHS illegally stripped immigration status from thousands who entered through CBP One App

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.

How Trump uses non-immigration government agencies to aid his deportation campaign

The Trump administration's new HUD regulations target undocumented immigrants in rental assistance households, risking family separation and affecting thousands of eligible citizens.

fromIndependent

Alex Woodward: How ICE agents have become Donald Trump's own personal police

Donald Trump is using armed ICE officers at airports to pressure Democrats and Republicans regarding the filibuster.

fromSlate Magazine

How ICE Landed At Your Airport

Immigration enforcement has shifted from a Republican strength to an electoral liability, yet remains a priority despite its reduced visibility.

more#immigration

Right-wing politics

US Supreme Court leans toward delivering another blow to Trump's immigration policy

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case on birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants and temporary visitors.

Fugitive illegal migrant with long rap sheet smashes into ICE agent with vehicle

Xa Lee, an illegal migrant with a criminal record, struck an ICE agent with his vehicle during a traffic stop in Sacramento.

California

fromCalifornia Post

Border agents bust migrant sneaking into California in most unlikely of places

US Customs and Border Protection agents discovered an illegal immigrant hidden inside a gas tank of a vehicle at the San Ysidro port of entry.

California

fromCalifornia Post

Fugitive illegal migrant with long rap sheet smashes into ICE agent with vehicle

Xa Lee, an illegal migrant with a criminal record, struck an ICE agent with his vehicle during a traffic stop in Sacramento.

California

fromCalifornia Post

Border agents bust migrant sneaking into California in most unlikely of places

US Customs and Border Protection agents discovered an illegal immigrant hidden inside a gas tank of a vehicle at the San Ysidro port of entry.

more#illegal-immigration

UK news

fromwww.bbc.com

Pair jailed for advertising small-boat crossings

Two Vietnamese nationals were jailed for smuggling people from France to the UK via small boats, targeting the Vietnamese community.

US marine detained after TSA finds live explosive round in checked bag

The marine told investigators he found the round in the field about a year ago and kept it, thinking it wasn't live. Due to extensive rust and corrosion, the round's original identifying paint markings were no longer visible, making it difficult to determine whether it was an inert training munition or a live explosive device.

Los Angeles

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

The Department of Homeland Security's intelligence office faces consolidation and potential workforce reductions under Trump's proposed budget for 2027.

Senate Unanimously Passes DHS Funding Bill to End Partial Shutdown, Sending It Back to the House

The Senate approved a bill to partially reopen DHS, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown.

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.

fromKqed

Agents of Chaos: Border Patrol's Year of Unchecked Force | KQED

DHS agents' actions raise concerns about accountability and credibility in law enforcement.

How to Fix DHS

The core issue with DHS is not leadership changes but systemic problems within the agency itself.

8 hours ago

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

The Department of Homeland Security's intelligence office faces consolidation and potential workforce reductions under Trump's proposed budget for 2027.

Senate Unanimously Passes DHS Funding Bill to End Partial Shutdown, Sending It Back to the House

The Senate approved a bill to partially reopen DHS, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown.

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.

fromKqed

Agents of Chaos: Border Patrol's Year of Unchecked Force | KQED

DHS agents' actions raise concerns about accountability and credibility in law enforcement.

How to Fix DHS

The core issue with DHS is not leadership changes but systemic problems within the agency itself.

more#dhs

Privacy professionals

10 hours ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.

US news

fromSFGATE

United rolls out new app feature to help navigate DHS security nightmares

United Airlines introduces an app feature to track security wait times at major hubs to help customers navigate ongoing airport delays.

fromWIRED

Unmasking the Paramilitary Agents Behind Trump's Violent Immigration Crackdown

The Trump administration's use of BORTAC for urban immigration enforcement marks a significant shift in domestic law enforcement tactics.

Right-wing politics

The Pro-Immigrant Case for Opposing Illegal Immigration

The legal immigration debate is shifting, with both conservatives and progressives questioning the value of legal immigration channels.

SF politics

New contract for background investigations raises concerns about scale and risk

DCSA is modernizing its Case Processing Operations Center to enhance background investigations and incorporate Continuous Vetting for national security.

#ice

Washington DC

ICE officers could remain at airports after TSA workers are paid

fromTechCrunch

US politics

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

fromSilicon Canals

fromwww.businessinsider.com

US politics

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

US politics

You'll keep seeing ICE agents at airports until TSA is back to 100%, border czar says

Democrats pay visit to ICE detention facility where abuse claims rife

California lawmakers conducted an oversight visit at ICE's Otay Mesa detention center to address allegations of poor conditions and overcrowding.

Meet the New ICE

ICE agents were deployed to airports to assist TSA during the government shutdown, but their presence does not address the main security delays.

ICE officers could remain at airports after TSA workers are paid

ICE agents may stay at airports even after TSA workers receive paychecks, depending on TSA staffing levels.

fromTechCrunch

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.

fromSilicon Canals

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

ICE is using commercial spyware domestically, raising constitutional concerns about warrantless surveillance and lack of oversight.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

You'll keep seeing ICE agents at airports until TSA is back to 100%, border czar says

ICE agents will remain at US airports until operations return to normal amid ongoing TSA staffing issues.

Democrats pay visit to ICE detention facility where abuse claims rife

California lawmakers conducted an oversight visit at ICE's Otay Mesa detention center to address allegations of poor conditions and overcrowding.

fromThe American Conservative

Meet the New ICE

ICE agents were deployed to airports to assist TSA during the government shutdown, but their presence does not address the main security delays.

more#ice

Right-wing politics

6 days ago

House Rejects Senate Bill to Fund DHS Without ICE

House Republicans rejected a Senate plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security, prolonging the funding standoff.

9 hours ago

House GOP Holds DHS Hostage for More ICE Funding

House Republicans resist reopening DHS despite Trump's order, delaying funding until they see progress on reconciliation.

#homeland-security

US news

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approved Homeland Security funds for TSA and other agencies, excluding immigration enforcement, amid ongoing budget impasse affecting travel and workers.

US news

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approved Homeland Security funds for TSA and other agencies, excluding immigration enforcement, amid ongoing budget impasse affecting travel and workers.

more#homeland-security

17 hours ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.

fromTheregister

3 hours ago

Trump wants to slash $707M from CISA's budget

CISA faces a proposed $707 million budget cut, risking national cybersecurity and critical infrastructure management.

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

4 hours ago

The FAA's "Temporary" Flight Restriction for Drones is a Blatant Attempt to Criminalize Filming ICE

The Trump administration's flight restriction limits the First Amendment right to record law enforcement using drones near ICE and CBP vehicles.

fromFortune

10 hours ago

A $10 billion 'slush fund' to pay TSA agents: Trump's latest unilateral loophole, explained | Fortune

Political power in the U.S. is constitutionally vested in Congress, but Trump's actions during the government shutdown challenge this principle.

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.

fromsfist.com

Sunnyvale Homicide Being Used By Homeland Security to Argue Against Sanctuary Policies

The Sunnyvale domestic violence homicide case has been politicized by DHS due to the suspects' deportation history.

#immigration-enforcement

fromABC7 San Francisco

CA senators demand answers from DHS after ICE arrest tied to TSA data at San Francisco Airport

Senators Padilla and Schiff demand answers from DHS regarding TSA data use for immigration enforcement after an airport arrest.

2 months ago

US politics

What is ICE? And how does it differ from the Border Patrol? Key points to understand Trump's immigration enforcement

fromwww.dw.com

US politics

ICE chief tells US House agency is 'just getting started'

fromABC7 San Francisco

CA senators demand answers from DHS after ICE arrest tied to TSA data at San Francisco Airport

Senators Padilla and Schiff demand answers from DHS regarding TSA data use for immigration enforcement after an airport arrest.

2 months ago

US politics

What is ICE? And how does it differ from the Border Patrol? Key points to understand Trump's immigration enforcement

fromwww.dw.com

more#immigration-enforcement

US politics

ICE chief tells US House agency is 'just getting started'

fromWIRED

ICE Agents Frustrate Airport Workers as Shutdown Drags On

ICE agents deployed to airports to alleviate security line issues are not properly trained, causing frustration among TSA employees and passengers.

Late night Senate vote puts DHS shutdown one step closer to largely ending

President Trump plans to sign an order to pay TSA workers, bypassing Congress, while Senate leaders seek traditional funding for DHS.

US Senate passes funding package for Homeland Security that excludes ICE

The US Senate passed funding for DHS but withheld funds from ICE and part of Customs and Border Protection.

Senate votes to fund much of DHS, minus immigration enforcement

The Senate approved funding for DHS, excluding immigration enforcement, after a 42-day standoff, impacting employee pay and airport operations.

Senate Unanimously Approves DHS Funding Deal That Excludes ICE in Shutdown Breakthrough

The Senate approved a funding package to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE funding, setting up a conflict in the House.

fromAxios

Late night Senate vote puts DHS shutdown one step closer to largely ending

President Trump plans to sign an order to pay TSA workers, bypassing Congress, while Senate leaders seek traditional funding for DHS.

US Senate passes funding package for Homeland Security that excludes ICE

The US Senate passed funding for DHS but withheld funds from ICE and part of Customs and Border Protection.

Senate votes to fund much of DHS, minus immigration enforcement

The Senate approved funding for DHS, excluding immigration enforcement, after a 42-day standoff, impacting employee pay and airport operations.

Senate Unanimously Approves DHS Funding Deal That Excludes ICE in Shutdown Breakthrough

The Senate approved a funding package to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE funding, setting up a conflict in the House.

Who Needs TSA When You Have ICE?

Politicians struggle to address the crisis in American air travel, mail-in ballot laws may impact 2026 elections, and social media companies face new legal challenges.

ICE agents deployed to NYC airports do not appear to help ease TSA lines

ICE agents deployed to NYC airports are not effectively assisting TSA, raising concerns about their actual purpose.

What Exactly Are ICE Agents Doing at Airports?

ICE agents deployed to airports to assist TSA amid staffing shortages, but their specific roles remain unclear and have drawn skepticism.

ICE Agents are Now at US Airports-These Are Your Legal Rights

ICE agents were deployed to US airports to address TSA staffing issues during the government shutdown.

fromGothamist

ICE agents deployed to NYC airports do not appear to help ease TSA lines

ICE agents deployed to NYC airports are not effectively assisting TSA, raising concerns about their actual purpose.

What Exactly Are ICE Agents Doing at Airports?

ICE agents deployed to airports to assist TSA amid staffing shortages, but their specific roles remain unclear and have drawn skepticism.

ICE Agents are Now at US Airports-These Are Your Legal Rights

ICE agents were deployed to US airports to address TSA staffing issues during the government shutdown.

Senior Trump officials seem to have no idea what ICE agents are supposed to be doing at airports

There is significant confusion among top officials regarding the role of ICE agents at U.S. airports.

Trump Blows Up DHS Deal, Chooses ICE Airport Chaos Instead

DHS shutdown leads to significant airport delays as TSA employees refuse to work without pay.

US politics

Homeland security to suspend TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs

DHS is suspending TSA PreCheck and Global Entry during a partial government shutdown, prioritizing general travelers and suspending special privileges.

Trump Blows Up DHS Deal, Chooses ICE Airport Chaos Instead

DHS shutdown leads to significant airport delays as TSA employees refuse to work without pay.

US politics

Homeland security to suspend TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs

more#dhs-shutdown

4 weeks ago

No deportation officer has been killed in the line of duty since ICE's creation

Of the 15 officers who died in the line of duty while working for Enforcement and Removal Operations, the ICE branch charged with detaining unauthorized migrants within the interior of the US, all but two died of Covid. One deportation officer, Brian Beliso, died of a heart attack in 2020 during a foot chase. The other deportation officer to die of something other than Covid, Lorenzo Roberto Gomez, experienced heat stress during a training exercise in El Paso, Texas, leading to hospitalization.

US politics

fromTruthout