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I am incredibly privileged

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to return to the Department of Homeland Security 
as your new colleague.

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In this new role of mine,

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it is my responsibility to support you with 
everything that I have, and I will do so.

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To equip you with the tools 
you need to perform your jobs

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in a way that makes you proud and to provide 
you with the opportunities you deserve.

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This morning here in Washington D.C.,

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Wednesday, February 3rd,

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uppermost in my mind is the tragic loss of two special agents

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of the Federal Bureau of Investigation

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who gave the greatest sacrifice in the line of duty.

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I am always mindful of the fact that so many of 
our colleagues across the department risk their  

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lives and even rush into harm's way to keep us 
all and the American public safe and secure.

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I am humbled to be their colleague, to be 
your colleague and to be in a position that  

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I can support and help you in the execution 
of our noble mission on behalf of our nation.

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Thank you for everything that 
you do and please rest assured

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that I will work 24/7, seven days a 
week to provide you with what you need.

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That is my solemn obligation, my 
responsibility, and my privilege.

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Thank you again for everything you do.