Defense
DHS outlines new border security initiatives
As New Mexico, Arizona declare states of emergency, Homeland Security chief says administration is developing a “comprehensive program” to get control of the borders.
Defense
TSA misses deadline for rule on air cargo screening
Agency says it’s in final stages of developing new regulation.
Defense
Legal battle erupts over organizing airport screeners
National Labor Relations Board evaluates whether privately employed airport screeners have collective bargaining rights.
Defense
TSA ready for private screening, but airports aren't biting
Fate of federal screeners in limbo as TSA, airports evaluate options to hire private contractors.
Defense
Probes into Justice Department civil rights abuse drop sharply
Inspector general's office says reduction was largely due to filtering of repeat complaints from people who had previously filed complaints deemed unworthy of investigation.
Defense
Southwestern states, Homeland Security at odds over border controls
New Mexico declares state of emergency along border with Mexico, saying federal government hasn’t provided enough resources.
Defense
DHS plans Web site to help identify transportation vulnerabilities
Free Web-based tool would allow transportation owners and operators to voluntarily assess system security and get feedback on improvements.
Defense
Report cites increased risk of terrorist attack using chemicals
Congressional study outlines options for lawmakers, such as requiring chemical plant operators to have better protections.
Tech
FBI solicits proposals for new information system
Agency keeps solicitation and cost estimates secret as it moves to develop an integrated system by 2009 to replace the failed Virtual Case File effort.
Defense
Ex-FBI translator takes case to Supreme Court
Favorable ruling on whistleblower case would challenge government secrecy rules and allow court case to proceed.
Defense
Federal cargo inspection system found wanting
Senators say U.S. seaports remain vulnerable because DHS knows too little about contents of shipping containers.
Defense
Justice Department effort to eavesdrop on airline passengers challenged
Privacy groups ask FCC to reject proposal, saying matter first should be debated by Congress.
Defense
Homeland Security agency begins hiring after lengthy hiatus
DHS officials say financial problems at Immigration and Customs Enforcement bureau that led to hiring freeze are being addressed.
Defense
DHS touts success of anti-gang operation
As many as 950 of those arrested are eligible for deportation, officials say.
Defense
Judge calls on DHS, Justice to improve legal proceedings for noncitizens
Poor records, swamped courts, little representation hamper due process, jurist tells conference.
Defense
Intelligence community grapples with ‘daunting challenges’
Deputy national intelligence director says agencies must morph into a nonhierarchical network in order to counter decentralized terrorist organizations.
Defense
Investigation finds flaws in DHS export controls
Customs and Border Protection bureau says it is making changes to improve enforcement.
Defense
New DHS policy shop will tackle border security, illegal immigration
Critics say proposed reorganization misses the mark when it comes to securing borders and stemming the flow of illegal aliens.
Defense
Lawmakers mull Homeland Security reorganization plan
DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff takes revamp plan to the Hill, but some lawmakers come out swinging with criticisms.
Defense
Senators warn FEMA to avoid waste and fraud in hurricane response
Agency should put controls in place, senators say.
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