Homeland SecurityVerified account

@DHSgov

The DHS Mission: With honor and integrity, we will safeguard the American people, our homeland, and our values.

Washington, D.C.
dhs.gov
Joined July 2008
2,006 Photos and videos Photos and videos

Tweets

You blocked @DHSgov

Are you sure you want to view these Tweets? Viewing Tweets won't unblock @DHSgov

  1. Retweeted
    Dec 7

    On National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we solemnly honor and uphold the memory of those who lost their lives on December 7, 1941—“a date which will live in infamy”—and we reflect on the courage of all those who served our Nation in the Second World War.

    495 replies 2,596 retweets 12,837 likes
    Undo
  2. Retweeted
    Dec 2

    Thank you to our agents who worked around the clock to ensure safe holiday travels this Thanksgiving, successfully screening more than 1 million airline passengers on several individual days. 

    63 replies 42 retweets 327 likes
    Undo
  3. Retweeted
    Dec 2

    “Made in China” is not just a country of origin, it is a warning label.”  is taking the lead to enforce our laws to ensure human rights abusers don’t manipulate our system in order to profit from slave labor.

    58 replies 162 retweets 392 likes
    Undo
  4. Retweeted
    Nov 30

    Border Wall System Update: 415 miles completed 236 miles under construction 87 miles under pre-construction To see the latest on the Border Wall System go to:

    81 replies 158 retweets 570 likes
    Undo
  5. Retweeted
    Nov 26

    Wishing you and your family a happy Thanksgiving! I’m thankful for all the incredible work our DHS employees do to secure our homeland and keep American families safe.

    120 replies 98 retweets 1,013 likes
    Undo
  6. Nov 26

    The men and women of DHS work around the clock to secure our homeland. This Thanksgiving we give thanks for the sacrifices and dedication of those who keep our communities safe. Happy Thanksgiving!

    109 replies 166 retweets 1,142 likes
    Undo
  7. Retweeted
    Nov 24

    With the help of our adorable K9s, Agriculture Specialists discover over 15,000 pests a year. These hidden insects could wreak havoc on our food supply and the Nation’s agriculture system if they are not intercepted.

    13 replies 47 retweets 321 likes
    Undo
  8. Retweeted
    Nov 24

    ICE removes unlawfully present Salvadoran national wanted in his home country for membership in terrorist organization. Learn more:

    42 replies 146 retweets 666 likes
    Undo
  9. Retweeted
    Nov 25

    Two people are dead after a jail in California ignored an ICE immigration detainer and instead released a dangerous criminal alien back into the community. Learn more:

    70 replies 344 retweets 561 likes
    Undo
  10. Retweeted
    Nov 25

    The new border wall system is unprecedented in its ability to impede, deny, and deter dangerous people and products from entering our country.

    Border Wall System Update: 409 miles completed 242 miles under construction 87 miles under pre-construction To see the latest on the Border Wall System go to: …
    1,102 replies 2,785 retweets 8,521 likes
    Undo
  11. Retweeted
    Nov 22

    Border Patrol agents arrested an illegal alien Thursday night with an active warrant for "Lewdness with a Child Under 14" and "Sexual Assault with a Child Under 14" in Nevada. The 41-year-old was turned over to local police. Read more from :

    47 replies 184 retweets 539 likes
    Undo
  12. Retweeted
    Nov 19

    CBP agents and officers seized more than 1,210lbs of fentanyl & 1,450lbs of heroin last month—a 289% and 181% increase compared to the same time last year, respectively. Learn more:

    40 replies 98 retweets 259 likes
    Undo
  13. Retweeted
    Nov 19

    Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, Chad F. Wolf, visited FLETC-Charleston, one of FLETC’s four domestic training locations that provides basic law enforcement training to prepare DHS law enforcement agents and officers to protect our Homeland.

    29 replies 16 retweets 107 likes
    Undo
  14. Retweeted
    Nov 19

    In order to continue to prevent the spread of COVID, the US, Mexico, & Canada will extend the restrictions on non-essential travel through Dec 21. We are working closely with Mexico & Canada to keep essential trade & travel open while also protecting our citizens from the virus.

    134 replies 167 retweets 614 likes
    Undo
  15. Retweeted
    Nov 17

    . officers recently helped save the life of a woman by rendering lifesaving first aid. Homeland security is our primary mission, however, our officers are often called upon as first responders to assist in medical emergencies. -

    27 replies 42 retweets 235 likes
    Undo
  16. Retweeted
    Nov 17

    ICE releases its monthly 287(g) Encounter Report. In Georgia, law enforcemnet partners arrested a Bahamian national sentenced to life+25 years for murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. Learn more:

    27 replies 108 retweets 303 likes
    Undo
  17. Retweeted
    Nov 17

    Border Patrol agents are focused on securing our international land borders and coastal waters between ports of entry. They safeguard the American people from terrorists and their weapons, drug smugglers, and illegal entry of undocumented aliens. MORE:

    15 replies 47 retweets 240 likes
    Undo
  18. Retweeted
    Nov 17

    Good discussion with the House Border Security Caucus this morning on the incredible efforts DHS has taken to secure our borders and bring integrity back to our immigration system.

    96 replies 134 retweets 829 likes
    Undo
  19. Retweeted
    Nov 16

    400 miles of national security. On to 450 miles!

    132 replies 850 retweets 2,660 likes
    Undo
  20. Retweeted
    Nov 16

    Law Enforcement sign-up today for no-cost training Nov. 17-20 on Control Tactics, Force Options, Fitness, and Officer Resiliency at: . Virtual training begins tomorrow with encounters your colleagues share and the truth behind the training!

    6 replies 7 retweets 49 likes
    Undo

@DHSgov hasn't Tweeted yet.

Loading seems to be taking a while.

Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.

    You may also like

    ·