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New DHS Privacy Document 02/03/2025 January, 31, 2025 DHS Privacy Document You are subscribed to receive new privacy documents when they are issued by the DHS Privacy Office. This week we published: New PIA: DHS/CBP/PIA-082 Intelligence Reporting System-Next Generation Learn more about our activities, publications, and events: Visit our website: https://www.dhs.gov/privacy Follow us on Twitter: @DHS_PRIV PHOTO RELEASE: Secretary Kristi Noem Rides with Border Patrol Agents on the Southern Border 02/03/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs PHOTO RELEASE: Secretary Kristi Noem Rides with Border Patrol Agents on the Southern Border DEL RIO, TX – Yesterday, Secretary Kristi Noem visited the Southern Border to meet with Border Patrol agents and see firsthand how the Department can best support their efforts. She pledged to ensure that Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) has the resources it needs to stop the flow of criminals and drugs into the United States.    Already under President Trump’s leadership, daily encounters at our southern border have plunged 93 percent.   Secretary Noem took an aerial tour to survey the southern border flying from Del Rio to Eagle Pass, TX.    Secretary Noem pledged to ensure that CBP has the resources it needs to secure the border.  Secretary Noem and Border Patrol agents in Del Rio, TX.  # # # DHS Agencies Support Super Bowl LIX Security 02/03/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs DHS Agencies Support Super Bowl LIX Security Continuing a 20+ Year Partnership, More Than 690 DHS Employees Work to Protect Estimated 73,000 Fans Attending the Big Game WASHINGTON – Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem traveled to New Orleans this week to observe DHS security operations for Super Bowl LIX. More than 690 employees representing 12 DHS agencies are in New Orleans, providing air security resources; venue, cyber, and infrastructure security assessments; chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives detection technologies; intelligence analysis and threat assessments; intellectual property enforcement; and real-time situational awareness reporting as part of a 20-year partnership with the National Football League and state and local law enforcement. “Around 100,000 people will be celebrating the Super Bowl in and around the Superdome in New Orleans this weekend,” said Secretary Noem. “We will give law enforcement every resource they need to ensure a safe event. Thank you to our partners, Governor Landry, Mayor Cantrell and the New Orleans Police Department. If you see something, say something!” “Since day one, we have stood steadfast in our mission: to protect what matters most,” said Eric DeLaune, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New Orleans Special Agent in Charge and lead federal coordinator for Super Bowl LIX. “From securing critical infrastructure to providing real-time threat analysis, we are committed to safeguarding our communities. With over 690 DHS personnel deployed, we bring cutting-edge security resources and technologies to ensure every aspect of this event is protected.” DHS has assessed this year’s Super Bowl as a Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR) Level 1 event. For more information, visit the SEAR Fact Sheet webpage. Although no specific, credible threats related to this year’s game have been identified, the U.S. remains in a heightened threat environment, as evidenced by the recent terror attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day. DHS security efforts for Super Bowl LIX include the following: U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP): Air and Marine Operations (AMO) will enforce temporary flight restrictions around Caesars Superdome, providing “eye in the sky” intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance flight operations in and around key venues, including the Superdome, airport, Bourbon Street and the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Additionally, CBP will provide video surveillance capabilities and non-intrusive inspections by scanning the cargo entering the stadium for contraband such as narcotics, weapons, and explosives. CBP will also work to intercept counterfeit NFL merchandise such as NFL jerseys, championship rings, T-shirts, caps and all sorts of souvenirs and memorabilia, which are often used to fund criminal organizations. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI): An HSI Special Response Team is standing by to provide interior stadium tactical support, and HSI’s special agents will support will also CBP, local law enforcement agencies, and other private partners in identifying an investigating any flea markets, retail outlets, street vendors and online marketplaces selling counterfeit goods during the week leading up to the Super Bowl to protect consumers, who are expected to spend over $16.5 billion nationwide. HSI will also oversee the coordination of DHS assets with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to ensure essential public safety measures and resources are in the right place, at the right time. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA): On Super Bowl Sunday, CISA will also deploy advisors and emergency communications coordinators to support local law enforcement, emergency responders, and private partners in New Orleans. Ahead of the event, the agency conducted physical and cybersecurity vulnerability assessments, planning exercises, and bomb safety workshops with state and local partners. Office of Intelligence &Analysis (I&A): I&A worked with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to assess the threat landscape leading up to the Super Bowl, including sharing timely and actionable information and intelligence with their state and local partners. Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD): CWMD provided surge support from its Mobile Detection Deployment Program and its BioWatch program in coordination with the City of New Orleans. U.S. Coast Guard (USCG): USCG Pacific Strike Team is supporting the Mobile Detection Deployment Program to bolster DHS’s ability to detect and interdict chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats, and Canine Explosive Detection teams will support the safety and security of the event. Transportation Security Administration (TSA): A TSA Supervisory Federal Air Marshal will staff the Fusion Watch Center during the event, and will use its National Deployment Force to increase the number of transportation security officers working at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to screen the increased number of departing passengers after the Super Bowl. TSA’s explosive detection canines and Visible Intermodal Prevention and Response (VIPR) teams will also work during Super Bowl week events at key venues. Science & Technology Directorate (S&T): S&T will deploy easy-to assemble, expandable security barriers that can be installed quickly to provide critical asset protection and intrusion prevention. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): FEMA will help keep fans safe by providing communication tools for state and local responders. DHS Blue Campaign: This public awareness campaign is disseminating digital and out-of-home advertising in the New Orleans area to raise human trafficking awareness among visitors, local residents, and those working in industries, such as hotels, hospitality, and transportation, where frontline employees are more likely to be in a position to identify and report human trafficking. The campaign’s Blue Lightning Initiative is also partnering with Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to raise awareness and train staff to recognize and report human trafficking. DHS reminds the public that “If You See Something, Say Something®” is more than a slogan. It is a call to action to report suspicious terrorism-related activity. Follow DHS’s security efforts on X: @DHSgov. # # # PHOTO RELEASE: DHS Releases Images of the First Flight of Criminal Aliens to Guantanamo Bay 02/04/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs PHOTO RELEASE: DHS Releases Images of the First Flight of Criminal Aliens to Guantanamo Bay   Today, the Department of Homeland Security released images of the first flight of criminal aliens, who were all part of Tren de Aragua, preparing to takeoff for Guantanamo Bay. The worst of the worst criminals will be held at the military facility.     “President Donald Trump has been very clear: Guantanamo Bay will hold the worst of the worst. That starts today.” --Secretary Kristi Noem     # # # Media Advisory: Secretary Noem to Survey Disaster Recovery Efforts in Asheville, NC 02/07/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs Media Advisory: Secretary Noem to Survey Disaster Recovery Efforts in Asheville, NC ASHVILLE, NC – On Saturday, February 8, 2025, the Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem will travel to Asheville, NC to meet with Hurricane Helene survivors and receive briefings on disaster recovery efforts. At 2:50 PM ET, the Secretary will deliver press remarks and take questions.     More information on the Secretary’s trip is below.     10:20 AM ET   Secretary Noem attends Samaritan’s Purse Engagement    11:00 AM ET   Secretary Noem will receive a Samaritan’s Purse briefing and meet with volunteers and survivors     12:30 PM ET   Secretary Noem eats lunch with Sen. Budd, FEMA Acting Administrator Hamilton, Rep. Foxx, and Rep. Edwards     1:45 PM ET   Secretary Noem receives a briefing on water and recovery efforts     2:50 PM ET   Secretary Noem delivers press remarks    If you are interested in attending the Secretary’s press conference, please RSVP at mediainquiry@hq.dhs.gov today by 4 PM ET.   More details will be provided to reporters who RSVP.   # # # Secretary Noem Statement on Indictment of CBP Agent for Drug and Human Smuggling 02/11/2025   Secretary Noem Statement on Indictment of CBP Agent for Drug and Human Smuggling  WASHINGTON - Today, Secretary Kristi Noem addressed the indictment of a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agent accused of human smuggling and drug trafficking.    A statement from Secretary Noem is below:     “To traffic drugs and smuggle humans while wearing the badge is not only a disgusting betrayal of our patriotic Customs and Border Protection agents, but of our nation and the American people. Manuel Perez will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”    The CBP Agent was arrested by fellow federal agents at the Paso del Norte Port of Entry on February 8.   # # # Statement from a DHS Spokesperson on Termination of 4 FEMA Employees Who Made Payments to Luxury Hotels for Migrants 02/11/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs Statement from a DHS Spokesperson on Termination of 4 FEMA Employees Who Made Payments to Luxury Hotels for Migrants WASHINGTON--Effective immediately, FEMA is terminating the employment of four individuals for circumventing leadership to unilaterally make egregious payments for luxury NYC hotels for migrants. Firings include FEMA’s Chief Financial Officer, two program analysts and a grant specialist.   Under President Trump and Secretary Noem’s leadership, DHS will not sit idly and allow deep state activists to undermine the will and safety of the American people. # # # Statement from a DHS Spokesperson on Clawing Back Full FEMA Funding to NYC Hotels for Migrants 02/12/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs Statement from a DHS Spokesperson on Clawing Back Full FEMA Funding to NYC Hotels for Migrants WASHINGTON--The Department of Homeland Security recently fired four Federal Emergency Management Agency employees for making unauthorized payments to luxury hotels in New York City. A DHS spokeswoman issued the following statement on recouping the $59 million payment. “Secretary Noem has clawed back the full payment that FEMA deep state activists unilaterally gave to NYC migrant hotels. FEMA was funding the Roosevelt Hotel that serves as a Tren de Aragua base of operations and was used to house Laken Riley’s killer. There will not be a single penny spent that goes against the interest and safety of the American people.”   # # # You are subscribed to updates from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security  Privacy Policy  |  Help Connect with DHS: Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Instagram  |  LinkedIn  |  Flickr  |  YouTube U.S. Department of Homeland Security www.dhs.gov  DHS.gov

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