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As we celebrated National Police Week, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) honored the men and women of the law enforcement community and remembered those who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Yesterday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) held the Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Woodrow Wilson Plaza in Washington, D.C. The ceremony honored five Border Patrol agents who died in the line of duty during 2012 protecting the U.S., as well as the men and women of CBP and its legacy agencies who previously gave their lives while serving their country.
Watch live as Acting Deputy Secretary Rand Beers participates in the annual meeting of the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (PITF) at the White House.
Last evening, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano attended the 25th Annual Candlelight Vigil, to honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement professionals who lost their lives in the line of duty.
Today’s evolving threats transcend national borders and affect the security and economic prosperity of the entire international community.
Today in New York City, Secretary Napolitano participated in the inaugural Forbes Women’s Summit, where she spoke as part of a panel discussion highlighting the growing influence of women in shaping policy.
From email and banking to social media and mobile apps, the average person has a long list of passwords
Passwords are the most common means of authentication online, and that is why it is critical to use strong passwords and keep them confidential.
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Public Service Recognition Week is a time for us to recognize the contributions of federal, state, and local government employees who serve in communities all across the nation, on the frontlines and around the world. We are thankful for their tireless work and sacrifice.
Secretary Napolitano participates in the third annual Public Service Town Hall discussion. This Town Hall is part of Public Service Recognition Week, a weeklong celebration of the service and contributions that public servants make to our country every day.