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U.S. Department of Homeland Security News

Statements by DHS Secretary Napolitano and HUD Secretary Donovan on Today's Disaster Recovery Stakeholder Forum in Memphis

Memphis, Tenn. - The Long Term Disaster Recovery Working Group held its fifth planned stakeholder forum in Memphis, Tenn., designed to encourage stakeholders to provide direct input and ideas for disaster recovery. Secretary Napolitano said, "These forums are providing valuable input and feedback to strengthen our disaster recovery capabilities nationwide."

Sacrifice and Commitment

Washington, D.C. - View the White House video of the Secretary at an event hosted by Michelle Obama for women serving in the military.

Statement by Secretary Napolitano on Guilty Plea in the Case of Murdered Border Patrol Agent Robert Rosas

Washington, D.C. - "Today's guilty plea makes it clear that those who harm our brave men and women in uniform will be swiftly brought to justice and punished. I am confident that any others involved in Agent Rosas' tragic death will also be held responsible, and I applaud the U.S. Attorney's Office and the FBI, as well as the Government of Mexico for their cooperation in this case."

Statements by DHS Secretary Napolitano and HUD Secretary Donovan on Today's Disaster Recovery Stakeholder Forum in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City, Utah - The Long Term Disaster Recovery Working Group held its fourth of five planned stakeholder forums today in Salt Lake City - designed to encourage stakeholders to provide direct input and ideas for disaster recovery.

Secretary Napolitano Promotes Holiday Travel Tips for Safety, Security and Health

Washington, D.C. - "Following these simple travel tips will help expedite the screening process at airports and keep travelers healthy and safe throughout the holiday travel season," said Secretary Napolitano.