Sec. Kirstjen NielsenVerified account

.@DHSgov has worked to secure our border – we are catching in record numbers those who attempt to illegally enter but are hampered on being able to remove. Congress must end “catch & release” immediately.

I have been in constant contact with my foreign counterparts in Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras. Closely monitoring developments and providing any requested assistance.

.@DHSgov will continue to support our Mexican partners as they take steps to confront the crisis on their southern border. The Mexican Federal police are handling this in a professional and humane manner.

Grateful to spend time today with the men and women of @NPPD. They are defending our elections, digital networks, critical infrastructure, government sites, and much more! Our nation is safer because you stay a step ahead of the bad guys. #CyberAware

I’d like to thank the hardworking men and women of @CBP for confronting these challenges with professionalism, determination, and compassion day in and day out.

Ultimately, the solution is in the hands of Congress. If they don’t act to close loopholes and fully fund the wall, our hands will remain tied, smugglers and traffickers will continue to exploit people for profit, and our homeland will be less secure.

For those attempting to illegally enter as part of any ‘caravan’, please know we will enforce our border security laws and that the United States will use every available measure to prevent your illegal entry.

I have been calling my foreign counterparts again today to notify them that we expect decisive action regarding irregular migrant “caravans,” that inaction will not be tolerated, and to warn that illegal entry into the US is a crime.

The strong partnership of @USCG, @fema, and all of @DHSgov with state and local emergency officials during both #HurricaneMichael and #HurricaneFlorence reiterates the importance of planning ahead and being ready when disaster strikes.

#CyberSecurity must remain a priority for local emergency managers. The current threat environment is far-reaching & a significant @cyber incident on critical services is not an "if" but a "when." #CyberAwarehttps://twitter.com/secnielsen/status/1052294204280512519 …

Today I met with Big City Emergency Managers to talk about the critical role local officials have in managing disasters. They are helping to build a culture of preparedness for the inevitable impacts of future disasters.

For those needing assistance in Florida and Georgia, please follow @FLSERT + @GeorgiaEMA and visit @fema's #HurricaneMichael lifelines website to learn more https://go.usa.gov/xP567 

#HurricaneMichael was a storm of historic proportions. @DHSgov, @fema, and the @USCG are on the ground doing all we can to assist survivors. Today, I'm traveling with @POTUS and @FLOTUS to visit #Florida and #Georgia to see firsthand the damage and meet with local officials.

Year round, @DHSgov works hand-in-hand with our US, Mexican, and Central American colleagues to enhance regional security by combating transnational crime, narcotics, and #HumanTrafficking. #CentAm2018

Today, I'm excited that @DHSgov is hosting security day of the second conference on Prosperity and Security at the @USIP. By working together, we can find solutions for a stronger and safer Central America. #CentAm2018

Today, I joined @SecPompeo at this year’s meeting of the @POTUS' Interagency Task Force to combat #HumanTrafficking. @DHSgov, @ICE, @SecretService, @TSA, @USCG, @CBP, & @DHSBlueCampaign and our partners are working tirelessly to put an end to modern day slavery.