Mayorkas defends Biden's border policies amid surge of migrant children
The DHS chief testified before the House Homeland Security Committee on the challenges at the southern border.
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What we learned from hearings on Capitol assault
Several top U.S. intelligence, military and security officials testified before a joint Senate committee hearing on the breakdown of communication surrounding the January 6th attack on the Capitol. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge and former California Representative Jane Harman joined CBSN to explain the major takeaways from the hearing.
DHS chief urges patience with "stressful challenge" along border
Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas also announced that migrant families who were separated under the Trump administration will be allowed to reunify in the U.S.
ICE rolls out new guidelines for deportations
The Biden administration issued new guidance Thursday instructing deportation agents to focus on apprehending recent border-crossers and immigrants determined to threaten national security and public safety, and requiring them to seek supervisory approval for other arrests. Nick Miroff, an immigration reporter with The Washington Post, discusses how critics are responding to the new guidance and who is no longer a priority for ICE.
Feds seize more than 11 million fake N95 masks
DHS has notified about 6,000 suspected victims of the massive scam, advising them to check their supplies for the fake respirators.
Ken Cuccinelli on whistleblower accusation
President Joe Biden's Department of Homeland Security is ending a Trump-era union contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement employees signed by former top official Ken Cuccinelli the day before the inauguration. A whistleblower is accusing Cuccinelli of trying to hamstring the Biden administration's immigration reform efforts. He joins CBSN to respond to the allegations.
DHS scraps Trump-era agreement with ICE officers' union
The Biden administration has sought to change policies at ICE, the agency in charge of immigration arrests and deportations.
Russians outsmarted U.S. cyber defenses in hack
Investigators believe Russia is behind a massive cyber hack that hit several federal agencies, including the Treasury, Commerce, and Justice Departments. Sunday, "60 Minutes" investigates the largest and most sophisticated cybersecurity breach of federal systems in U.S. history.
Super Bowl festivities planned despite COVID
Events for NFL fans in the days leading up to Super Bowl LV are carrying on in Tampa, Florida even amid the coronavirus pandemic. But the league is trying to mitigate health risks with increased safety measures. CBS News' Skyler Henry joins CBSN AM to discuss the changes.
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DHS monitors threats ahead of Super Bowl
The Department of Homeland Security says its keeping a close eye on cyber activity in preparation for Super Bowl LV this Sunday in Tampa. Officials say security planning for the event began over a year ago and has evolved since. CBS News reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the concerns and how DHS is responding.
U.S. won't expel unaccompanied migrant children, White House says
President Biden ordered his administration to review a CDC order that allows U.S. border officials to swiftly expel migrants without a court hearing.
Biden signs 3 executive orders on immigration
President Biden signed three executive orders on Tuesday that reverse some Trump-era immigration policies. They aim to reunite children and families separated at the border, review current asylum and border policies, and create a clearer path to U.S. citizenship. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the orders.
Senate confirms Alejandro Mayorkas, Pete Buttigieg
The Senate on Tuesday confirmed two more members of President Biden's Cabinet: Alejandro Mayorkas to head the Department of Homeland Security and Pete Buttigieg to lead the Transportation Department. CBSN "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano has more.
Biden delays immigration moves
President Biden plans to undo one of the Trump administration's immigration restrictions as he delays work on others. Krish O'Mara Vignarajah, the president and CEO of the Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the impact of immigration policy changes and the tough road ahead to reunite families separated by the U.S. government.
DHS warns against domestic terrorism
In a rare warning, the Department of Homeland Security is warning that the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol building could encourage future violence. Catherine Herridge reports on the new details and some of the latest charges.
DHS issues terrorism alert for domestic extremists
The Department of Homeland Security issued a warning about a "heightened threat environment" from "domestic violent extremist groups" three weeks after the Capitol riots. Catherine Herridge has more.
DHS issues terrorism advisory bulletin after Capitol assault
It's the first time DHS has issued such a bulletin about the threat posed by wholly domestic extremists, rather than those inspired by foreign actors.
DHS issues National Terrorism Advisory
The Department of Homeland Security issued a National Terrorism Advisory warning of the potential for violence from domestic extremists in the coming weeks. Meanwhile the FBI says it's combing through over 200,000 tips related to the attack on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest on the investigation and what prompted security officials to issue the warning.
Alejandro Mayorkas questioned over U.S. Capitol riot
CBS News reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what lawmakers wanted to learn from President-elect Joe Biden's Homeland Security Secretary nominee Alejandro Mayorkas at his confirmation hearing.
Hearings start for Biden's cabinet nominees
The Senate is kicking off a series of high-stakes confirmation hearings Tuesday for President-elect Joe Biden's top cabinet nominees. Lawmakers will question his picks to lead the Departments of State, Treasury, Homeland Security and Defense along with the director of national intelligence. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN from Wilmington, Delaware with more on the hearings, the upcoming impeachment trial and the new administration's expected first moves.
Biden's homeland security pick faces questions at Senate confirmation hearing
If confirmed by the Senate, Alejandro Mayorkas, the son of Cuban refugees, would lead a department facing a host of serious issues, both inside and outside the U.S.
Former DHS official on Capitol security
Officials in Washington D.C. are taking unprecedented security measures ahead of Inauguration Day as intelligence agencies monitor threats from domestic extremists. Retired United States Marine Colonel and former Department of Homeland Security press secretary David Lapan joins CBSN's Lana Zak with his assessment of the security threats facing the nation.
AP: FBI vetting 25,000 National Guard troops
An unprecedented security operation is underway in Washington, D.C. amid growing fears of an insider attack ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. The Associated Press reports the FBI is vetting all 25,000 National Guard troops pouring into the capital for Wednesday's events. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.
What is ex-acting Homeland chief's legacy?
Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad Wolf announced his resignation after holding the job for 14 months despite several lawsuits challenging the legality of his appointment. Many Democrats are questioning the timing of his resignation given the attack on the U.S. Capitol and potential for an attack on next week's inauguration ceremony. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN to discuss Wolf's legacy.
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