Archived: Husband, Dad, Immigrant. Served as Secretary of Homeland Security under @POTUS Biden and @VP Harris at @DHSgov.
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I repeat what I have said many times, with absolute conviction: @DHSgov has the very best workforce in the world. They give so much of themselves so that others’ lives can be better, safer, and more secure. It has been the honor of my life to support our people and our mission.
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In adding 37 companies to the UFLPA Entities List & bringing the total to nearly 150, we again demonstrate our relentless fight against the cruelty of forced labor, our unwavering commitment to basic human rights, and our tireless defense of a free, fair, and competitive market.
NEW: Today, DHS, on behalf of the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF), announced the addition of 37 entities to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List, marking the largest single expansion of the list to date.
Read more: dhs.gov/news/2025/01/14/dhs-…
ALT DHS Announces Addition of 37 PRC-Based Companies to UFLPA Entity List
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Today, in consultation with @SecBlinken and @StateDept, we designated Romania as the 43rd country to join the U.S. Visa Waiver Program. I am grateful for Romania's partnership and our shared commitment to security and economic prosperity. dhs.gov/news/2025/01/10/secr…
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Today, our nation marks #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay. A single day is not enough to express the depth of our gratitude for the law enforcement officers and agents who risk their lives to keep our communities safe and secure.
On #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay, we honor the 80,000 law enforcement professionals across DHS who secure our borders, dismantle criminal networks, protect federal facilities, rescue those in danger, & uphold our nation’s ideals. Their impact is felt every day. #WeAreDHS
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We saw the bravery, selflessness, and dedication of local law enforcement on full display in New Orleans last week, as officers rushed into danger without hesitation. Their sacrifices define the character of our nation.
Officers in New Orleans' French Quarter spring into action moments after a truck sped through crowds of revelers on Bourbon Street. (credit: Earth Cam)
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Thank you to the officers and agents at @DHSgov, the largest law enforcement organization in the federal government, and all the federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and campus agents and officers around the country. We are forever indebted to you and your families.
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The fires raging in LA are devastating. Today, @POTUS approved a major disaster declaration to deliver immediate life-saving resources to those in the affected areas.
“They will get these fires under control, but right now the situation is quite dire” in California, says DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas @SecMayorkas, whose department oversees FEMA. “The winds are extraordinarily strong.”
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ARCHIVED: Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas retweeted
I am being frequently briefed on the wildfires in west Los Angeles. My team and I are in touch with state and local officials, and I have offered any federal assistance that is needed to help suppress the terrible Pacific Palisades fire. Earlier tonight, FEMA approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant to support areas that are impacted and help reimburse the state of California for the immediate firefighting costs. My Administration will do everything it can to support the response.
I urge the residents of the Pacific Palisades and the surrounding areas of Los Angeles to stay vigilant and listen to local officials.
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Since 2012, @FEMA's Youth Preparedness Council has brought together young leaders to promote resilience in communities across America.
We are now accepting applications for our Youth Preparedness Council through March 3rd. The YPC program brings teens interested and engaged in community preparedness together from across the nation.
⏩ fema.gov/press-release/20250…
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Last year's cohort engaged 8,400+ people, worked with 50+ organizations, & provided 2,300+ key resources— helping communities be prepared for all hazards. Apply now. ⤵️
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This new resource draws from our experiences helping state and local leaders adopt AI technologies in their own work. Safely harnessing the potential of #GenAI requires collaboration across govt, industry, academia & civil society to foster a responsible culture of innovation.
NEW: Today, DHS released the “Playbook for Public Sector Artificial Intelligence Deployment,” an innovative guide designed to help government officials improve the delivery of services through the responsible and effective deployment of generative artificial intelligence technologies.
Read more: dhs.gov/news/2025/01/07/dhs-…
ALT DHS Unveils Playbook for the Deployment of Artificial Intelligence by the Public Sector
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ARCHIVED: Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas retweeted
Today, I convened @VP and my homeland security team to discuss the investigations into the terrorist attack in New Orleans, and the car explosion in Las Vegas.
We're making every resource available to law enforcement to ensure there are no remaining threats to Americans.
ALT President Biden meets with his homeland security team in the White House Situation Room.
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We are working closely with our law enforcement partners in response to the situation in New Orleans. This abhorrent attack is being investigated by the FBI as an act of terrorism. (1/2)
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President Jimmy Carter’s legacy of leadership and compassion transformed our nation, from championing human rights to reimagining how we care for communities in need. His administration established @FEMA, laying the foundation for disaster response today. We honor his memory.
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Today, DHS finalized reforms of two programs that are vital to America’s businesses. Taken together, these rules ensure that labor needs are met while strengthening protections for workers and reducing undue burdens on employers.
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(1) We’ve improved the H-1B program to give employers greater flexibility to hire global talent, boost our economic competitiveness, and allow highly skilled workers to continue to advance American innovation.
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(2) And we’ve modernized the H-2 program to increase protections for our nation’s workers, help maintain economic growth, and better meet the labor demands of American businesses.
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DHS is leading the federal government in harnessing the potential of #AI to advance our mission. Today, we are launching a new chatbot that empowers our extraordinary workforce to deliver more effectively and efficiently for the American people.
Today, DHS announced the launch of DHSChat, a new AI powered chatbot designed exclusively for internal use within the Department. By using this secure, cutting-edge technology, our workforce can enhance productivity and support our critical missions. ⤵️ dhs.gov/news/2024/12/17/dhss…
ALT Blog Post: DHS's Responsible Use of Generative AI Tools
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This new cutting-edge tool will help men and women across DHS draft vital reports, summarize critical information, develop new software, streamline administrative tasks, and much more.
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We are committed to embracing innovative new tech like #GenAI in a safe, secure, and responsible way, while maintaining the highest standards of security & protecting civil rights, civil liberties, and privacy.
Read more about how we are using AI here: dhs.gov/news/2024/12/16/ai-d…
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