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House Homeland Security hearing spotlights debate over immigration enforcement, vetting and event security
Summary
At a Dec. 11 House Homeland Security hearing, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, NCTC Director Joe Kent and FBI Operations Director Michael Glasheen outlined threats from terrorism, cyberattacks and fentanyl trafficking. Much of the hearing focused on immigration enforcement, disputed vetting figures and allegations about DHS contracts and grant cuts.
WASHINGTON — Lawmakers pressed Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and intelligence and law enforcement officials on Tuesday over immigration enforcement, vetting of people admitted to the United States and Department management, while witnesses described evolving terrorism, cyber and drug threats.
The hearing, convened by House Homeland Security Chairman Garberino, was billed as an annual review of worldwide threats. Secretary Noem, National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent and FBI Operations Director Michael Glasheen testified about border security, organized criminal networks, cyber intrusions and preparations for major mass gatherings, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
"We will never yield. We will never waver, and we will never back down," Noem said, urging continued resource and interagency coordination to…
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