US Department of Homeland Security

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is a federal agency responsible for public security, primarily focusing on border control, immigration enforcement, cybersecurity, and disaster response. Recent news highlights controversies surrounding its immigration enforcement arm, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Capgemini is selling its US subsidiary due to pressure over its ICE contract. There are reports of ICE agents detaining a US citizen without a warrant and in subfreezing conditions. The DHS is also facing criticism for using a Japanese artist's work without permission to promote deportation policies. Additionally, reports indicate that immigration crackdowns are leading to the detention of parents, forcing teenagers to become caretakers. These events raise concerns about the DHS's operational tactics, respect for due process, and adherence to copyright laws, making its activities a subject of intense public and political debate.