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Jul 23

Press Release

Acting Secretary McAleenan Announces a New Designation of Aliens Subject to Expedited Removal

WASHINGTON – On July 23rd, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin K. McAleenan announced a new designation of aliens subject to expedited removal that applies to certain aliens encountered anywhere in the country within two years of illegal entry. Use of expedited removal pursuant to the new designation will help alleviate some of the burden and capacity issues currently faced by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) by allowing DHS to more quickly remove certain aliens encountered in the interior.

Jul 22

Press Release

Joint Statement between the U.S. Government and the Government of Guatemala

The U.S. Government and the Government of Guatemala continue to make important progress on a comprehensive regional approach to addressing irregular migration patterns. The two countries are currently cooperating on several initiatives to reduce the flow of irregular migration and ensure the safety and protection of vulnerable populations, especially children.

Jul 19

Press Release

DHS Reissues the NTAS Bulletin

Today, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan reissued the National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin pertaining to the terror threat to the U.S. homeland. After carefully considering the current threat environment, as well as input from the Department’s intelligence and law enforcement partners, Acting Secretary McAleenan determined it is necessary to extend the NTAS Bulletin at this time.

Jul 19

Press Release

Acting Secretary McAleenan Returns to McAllen for Southwest Border Tour with Democrat Senators

On July 19, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin K. McAleenan is traveling to McAllen, TX to meet with a congressional delegation from the U.S. Senate on border security issues.

Jul 16

Press Release

Acting DHS Secretary McAleenan Visited FEMA’s National Response Coordination Center for Briefing on Tropical Storm Barry

On July 14, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Acting Secretary Kevin K. McAleenan visited the National Response Coordination Center (NRCC) at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) headquarters in Washington, DC to receive a brief on the ongoing response efforts for Tropical Storm Barry.

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