Department of Homeland Security

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is a federal agency responsible for protecting the country from domestic and international threats. Recently, DHS has been in the news due to various controversies and developments, including discussions about resettling Afghan nationals who aided US forces, detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and President Donald Trump's administration policies on immigration and national security. The department has also faced criticism for its handling of issues such as deportations, border control, and counterterrorism efforts. With the recent blockage of a contempt case over Trump deportation flights and the resignation of ICE acting director Todd Lyons, DHS is currently navigating complex and contentious issues that impact the lives of millions of Americans.