US Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is a federal agency responsible for public security, including border control, immigration enforcement (through ICE), and other security-related functions. Recent news highlights controversies surrounding the actions of its agents, particularly those within Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol. These incidents include the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by federal immigration officers, prompting calls for a full investigation. Additionally, an off-duty ICE agent in Los Angeles fatally shot a man, leading to demands for prosecution. Furthermore, a man accused of plotting to murder a US Border Patrol leader was found not guilty. Another ICE-related shooting occurred in Minneapolis, involving a Venezuelan immigrant. These events raise concerns about the conduct and oversight of DHS agents, impacting public trust and sparking debate about the agency's role and accountability.