CBP Air and Marine Operations agents conduct search and rescue operations in Abaco Island and Marsh Harbor, Bahamas on Sept. 5, 2019. The islands were devastated by Hurricane Dorian. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo by Kris Grogan)

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations scanning vehicle sweeps across a line of trucks during non-Intrusive inspections near Mercedes-Benz Stadium prior to Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta, Georgia, January 30, 2019. (U.S. Customs…

U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Nogales Bicycle Unit discuss recent activity near the DeConcini Port of Entry. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo by Andrew Franklin)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists have been inspecting rising numbers of cut flower shipments prior to Valentine's Day in Miami, Florida. Miami receives 90% of the cut flowers for the entire United States. (U.S. Customs and…

K-9 officers with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations conduct a training exercise at the Port of Baltimore in Baltimore, Md., Feb 8, 2017. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo by Glenn Fawcett)

Officers of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations conduct global obvservations of air traffic and trade activities at the new National Targeting Center in Sterling, Va., December 14, 2016. (U.S. Customs and Border…

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer conducts inspection of vehicles prior to them passing through a Mobile VACIS system at a Seattle, Washington port of entry. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo by Donna Burton)

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection Safe Boat Marine Unit patrol the waters near Bellingham, Washington. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo by Gerald Nino)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and import specialists assigned to the Area Port of Jacksonville, inspect shipments of possible intellectual property rights violations on Feb. 21, 2019. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo by Ozzy…

On November 18, 2018 at about 3:15 a.m., CBP officials temporarily suspended processing for all northbound vehicle traffic at the border crossing, as well as northbound pedestrian processing at the Pedestrian East facility.  The Pedestrian West…

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Border Patrol conducts cold weather operations in the Wellesley Island, Alexandria Bay and Clayton region of New York along the border of the United States and Canada. Border Patrol Agents patrol frozen…

Olympic athletes, families and passengers were welcomed and cleared by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport. “Webster” our K9 Beagle and CBP K9 officer Jenny Matute worked their way through…

ATSCC Arizona CBP Operations, to include aerials of CBP locations, canine inspections, ports of entry and exit, border patrols, OFO operations and inspections, apprehensions, drug seizures, and check points. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo…

CBP Officer processes a passenger into the United States at an airport. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo by James Tourtellotte)

Laboratories and Scientific Services (LSS) is the forensic and scientific arm of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), providing forensic and scientific testing in the area of Trade Enforcement, Weapons of Mass Destruction, Intellectual Property…

CBP Officer checks vehicles entering the United States at a border crossing point of entry. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo by James Tourtellotte)

A group CBP UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters on patrol over the Caribbean. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection photo)

Disaster Survivor Assistance specialist Bill Evans gets a hug from a survivor at the 55th Florida Seafood Festival in Apalachicola, FL on November 3, 2018. FEMA was there to offer mitigation information, help residents register for assistance and to…

FEMA was at the 55th Florida Seafood Festival in Apalachicola, FL the weekend of November 3rd, 2018 to offer mitigation information, help residents register for assistance and to answer questions for survivors of Hurricane Michael three and a half…

On November 3, 2018, Mexico Beach, FL Residents begin the long process of removing debris left by Hurricane Michael after 155-mph winds and a strong storm surge devastated the town. Mexico Beach was ground zero when the category 4 storm came ashore…

At the request of the Florida State Animal Response Coalition (SARC), the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) has been on the ground in Bay County, Fla. supporting local agencies with emergency sheltering of hundreds of…

FEMA Corps team Gulf 4 is one of many Disaster Survivor Assistance teams that are working in areas of Florida affected by Hurricane Michael to help survivors register for assistance, identify and address immediate and emerging needs, and make…

Department of Homeland Security employees, who volunteered for FEMA community relations, inform Hurricane Sandy survivors and Rockaway Beach, N.Y. residents of how to take advantage of FEMA's services. FEMA teamed-up with various other federal…

Signs warn residents of road closures in Scott, AR on June 9, 2019 due to high water levels on the Arkansas River which is creating flooding in the area. (FEMA photo by Jocelyn Augustino)

High water levels on the Arkansas River flood the nearby houses and structures in Pendleton, AR on June 8, 2019. (FEMA photo by Jocelyn Augustino)

Dan West with Southern Baptist Convention Disaster Relief (SBCDR) of Arkansas, clears trees from a survivor's lawn. SBCDR is an important partner with FEMA in providing services survivors in disasters. (FEMA photo by Steve Zumwalt)

FEMA was able to set up the mobile Disaster Recovery Center right in the middle of Main Street in front of City Hall and the Police station in Avant, OK. Avant, like many towns in Oklahoma, had damage to homes and businesses in the aftermath of the…

In Prue, OK, the road to the beach is still underwater on July 2, 2019 after the severe storms of May/June. (FEMA photo by Judith Grafe)

Washington, D.C. (May 28, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets virtually with Swedish Minister of Justice and Public Security Mikael Damberg.

New London, CT (May 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Class of 2021 graduation ceremony in New London, Connecticut, including a pre-graduation reception, alongside President Biden…

Washington (May 7, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan and Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attend the 25th Annual Blue Mass at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Washington May 7. The Blue Mass honors law…

Somerset, N.J., Feb. 15, 2021—FEMA personnel, along with members of the Department of Defense and New Jersey State Troopers, provide COVID-19 vaccination support to congregant members and members of the local community. FEMA is working with state,…

Somerset, N.J., Feb. 15, 2021—FEMA personnel, along with members of the Department of Defense and New Jersey State Troopers, provide COVID-19 vaccination support to congregant members and members of the local community. FEMA is working with state,…

Miami, FL (March 2, 2021) – Soldiers supporting a Miami-Dade Community Vaccination Center fill syringes with COVID-19 vaccinations for community members receiving the vaccine.

Washington (May 7, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan and Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attend the 25th Annual Blue Mass at St. Patricks Catholic Church in Washington May 7. The Blue Mass honors law…

Washington (May 7, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan and Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attend the 25th Annual Blue Mass at St. Patricks Catholic Church in Washington May 7. The Blue Mass honors law…

Washington (May 10, 2019) Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends and speaks at the Federal Protective Service wreath laying ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington. The ceremony was held in honor of six FPS officers…

Washington (May 10, 2019) Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends and speaks at the Federal Protective Service wreath laying ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington. The ceremony was held in honor of six FPS officers…

Washington (May 10, 2019) Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends and speaks at the Federal Protective Service wreath laying ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington. The ceremony was held in honor of six FPS officers…

Washington (May 10, 2019) Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends and speaks at the Federal Protective Service wreath laying ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington. The ceremony was held in honor of six FPS officers…

Washington (May 10, 2019) Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends and speaks at the Federal Protective Service wreath laying ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington. The ceremony was held in honor of six FPS officers…

Washington (May 10, 2019) Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends and speaks at the Federal Protective Service wreath laying ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington. The ceremony was held in honor of six FPS officers…

Washington (May 10, 2019) Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends and speaks at the Federal Protective Service wreath laying ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington. The ceremony was held in honor of six FPS officers…

Washington (May 10, 2019) Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends and speaks at the Federal Protective Service wreath laying ceremony at Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington. The ceremony was held in honor of six FPS officers…

Washington (May 16, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan and Acting Deputy Homeland Security Secretary David Pekoske attends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Valor Memorial and wreath laying ceremony during National Police…

Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. (June 6, 2019) Acting Sec. Kevin McAleenan joined the crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton (WMSL-753) in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., as they offloaded 26,000 lbs of cocaine and 1,500 lbs of marijuana confiscated from transnational…

Miami, Fla. (June 6, 2019) Acting Sec. Kevin McAleenan visits members of the Transportation Security Administration at the Miami International Airport and discussed security measures with personnel.

Tornillo, Tx (August 15, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan participated in an operational tour of USBP Tornillo Soft-Sided Facility in Tornillo, Texas.

Tornillo, Tx (August 15, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan participated in an operational tour of USBP Tornillo Soft-Sided Facility in Tornillo, Texas.

Panama (August 21, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to Panama to participate in a Meeting of Central American Ministers of Security and to meet with Panamanian officials to discuss regional cooperation to confront…

New York (September 11, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to New York City to attend the 'Reading of the Names and pay his respects to those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001…

New York (September 11, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to New York City to attend the 'Reading of the Names and pay his respects to those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001…

New York (September 11, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to New York City to attend the 'Reading of the Names and pay his respects to those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001…

New York (September 11, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to New York City to attend the 'Reading of the Names and pay his respects to those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001…

New York (September 11, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to New York City to attend the 'Reading of the Names and pay his respects to those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001…

New York (September 11, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to New York City to attend the 'Reading of the Names and pay his respects to those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001…

New York (September 11, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to New York City to attend the 'Reading of the Names and pay his respects to those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001…

New York (September 11, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan traveled to New York City to attend the 'Reading of the Names and pay his respects to those who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001…

Washington (Dec. 17, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf and Panamanian Minister of Public Security Rolando Mirones signed a Letter of Intent for Security Cooperation to improve the two countries’ collaborative security efforts.

St. Petersburg, Fla. (Jan. 28, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf and Coast Guard Commandant Karl Shultz attended the commemoration the 40th Anniversary of the sinking of Coast Guard Cutter Blackthorn, which took the lives of 23…

Artesia, N.M. (Feb. 11, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf spent a day in the life of DHS law enforcement trainees at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the world’s premier law enforcement training facility. Agents complete…

Artesia, N.M. (Feb. 11, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf spent a day in the life of DHS law enforcement trainees at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the world’s premier law enforcement training facility. Agents complete…

Scottsdale, Ariz. (Feb 12, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf speaks to partners across the homeland security enterprise at the Corporate Security Symposium in Scottsdale.

Scottsdale, Ariz. (Feb 12, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf speaks to partners across the homeland security enterprise at the Corporate Security Symposium in Scottsdale.

Charlotte, N.C. (Feb. 27, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf visited several North Carolina election officials and partners, including state board executive director Karen Brinson Bell, board chair Damon Circosta and board member…

U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations following the implementation of Title 42 USC 265 at the northern and southern land borders. A U.S. Border Patrol agent uses personal protective equipment as he takes fingerprints of an individual…

Washington (April 8, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf and Acting Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Ken Cuccinelli participate in a blood drive sponsored by the Armed Services Blood Program held at U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters in…

200409-N-PH222-1106 LOS ANGELES (April 9, 2020) Cmdr. Youwei Lin, from Lexington, Mass. (left) and Lt. Cmdr. Trevares Baker, from Pensacola, Fla., monitor patient information during a surgery aboard the hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19). Mercy…

Washington (April 8, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf and Acting Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Ken Cuccinelli participate in a blood drive sponsored by the Armed Services Blood Program held at U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters in…

Mississippi (Apr. 18, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled Mississippi to witness damage firsthand from recent tornadoes that devastated several areas throughout the southern part of the state.

Mississippi (Apr. 18, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled Mississippi to witness damage firsthand from recent tornadoes that devastated several areas throughout the southern part of the state.

Mississippi (Apr. 18, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled Mississippi to witness damage firsthand from recent tornadoes that devastated several areas throughout the southern part of the state.

Mississippi (Apr. 18, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled Mississippi to witness damage firsthand from recent tornadoes that devastated several areas throughout the southern part of the state.

Arizona (May 12, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Nogales and Tucson, Arizona and witnessed the diligent work and devotion of the men and women of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Arizona (May 12, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Nogales and Tucson, Arizona and witnessed the diligent work and devotion of the men and women of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Arizona (May 12, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Nogales and Tucson, Arizona and witnessed the diligent work and devotion of the men and women of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Sgt. Shane Brandes adjusts his face shield while preparing for his mission to administer COVID-19 tests at the Lancashire Hall Nursing and Rehab Center in Lancaster, Pa., on May 19, 2020. Under guidance from the Pennsylvania Department of Health,…

Washington (May 15, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf paid respects to law enforcement officers who gave their lives in the line of duty at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial on National Peace Officers Memorial Day.

Arlington, Va. (May 25, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf and his family, along with Coast Guard Commandant Karl Schultz, plant flags at the U.S. Coast Guard memorial on Arlington National Cemetery.

Daytona, Fla. (May 27, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Daytona, FL and met with NASCAR executives to discuss the safe reopening of American motorsports.

Daytona, Fla. (May 27, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Daytona, FL and met with NASCAR executives to discuss the safe reopening of American motorsports.

Miami, Fla. (June 8, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Miami, FL where he visited the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, participated in a press conference, and toured the Customs and Boarder Patrol's…

Miami, Fla. (June 8, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Miami, FL where he visited the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, participated in a press conference, and toured the Customs and Boarder Patrol's…

Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. (June 9, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Ft. Lauderdale, FL where he joined the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James in offloading more than 30k lbs of narcotics.

Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. (June 9, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf traveled to Ft. Lauderdale, FL where he joined the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James in offloading more than 30k lbs of narcotics.

Washington, DC (August 25, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf presents an award and gift to departing ICE director Matthew Albence.

Washington, DC (September 15, 2020) Acting Department of Homeland Secretary Chad Wolf delivers remarks during a U.S. Secret Service cyber simulation event.

Incomplete floodwall with degraded levee is visible in the Rio Grande Valley community.

Washington, D.C. (May 25, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf meets with Ambassador of the United Kingdom to the United States Karen Pierce.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf, along with senior U.S. Coast Guard leadership, tours a Louisiana Offshore Oil Port Services Marine Terminal Facility.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf, along with senior U.S. Coast Guard leadership, tours a Louisiana Offshore Oil Port Services Marine Terminal Facility.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) A U.S. Customs and Border Protection helicopter transports Department of Homeland Security staff in support of a trip by Acting Homeland Security Secretary Wolf.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) A U.S. Customs and Border Protection helicopter transports Department of Homeland Security staff in support of a trip by Acting Homeland Security Secretary Wolf.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) A U.S. Customs and Border Protection helicopter transports Department of Homeland Security staff in support of a trip by Acting Homeland Security Secretary Wolf.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf receives a Louisiana Offshore Oil Port Services overview briefing and tours Small Boat Harbor.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf, along with senior U.S. Coast Guard leadership, tours a Louisiana Offshore Oil Port Services Marine Terminal Facility.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf, along with senior U.S. Coast Guard leadership, tours a Louisiana Offshore Oil Port Services Marine Terminal Facility.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf, along with senior U.S. Coast Guard leadership, tours a Louisiana Offshore Oil Port Services Marine Terminal Facility.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter cools down after a mission supporting Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf.

New Orleans, L.A. (October 23, 2020) U.S. Coast Guard and

San Diego, CA. (October, 28, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf is given an Operational Tour of San Ysidro Port of Entry and participates in an interview with local media.

San Diego, CA. (October 28, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf receives an Operational Brief at Brown Field Border Patrol Station, as well as participates in an All Terrain Vehicle tour of the border wall.

Washington, D.C. (January 6, 2021) The Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Ken Cuccinelli tours the U.S. Capitol to survey damage from violent protests earlier in the day.

Washington, D.C. (January 6, 2021) The Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Ken Cuccinelli tours the U.S. Capitol to survey damage from violent protests earlier in the day.

Washington, D.C. (January 11, 2021) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf participates in a flag raising ceremony on DHS's St. Elizabeths campus.

Washington, D.C. (January 17, 2021) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Pete Gaynor and Acting Secretary of Defense Christopher Miller tour the U.S. Capitol building and interact with National Guard Soldiers assigned to ensure security ahead of the…

Acting Homeland Security Secretary Pete Gaynor meets with DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency ahead of the 2021 Inauguration.

San Juan, Puerto Rico, January 29, 2021 - Puerto Rico National Guard members administer COVID-19 vaccines at the Pedrín Zorrilla Coliseum to medical personnel. The Puerto Rico National Guard has taken the lead in vaccination efforts by…

San Juan, Puerto Rico, January 29, 2021 - A Puerto Rico National Guardswoman administers the COVID-19 vaccine. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave an emergency use authorization to mRNA COVID-19 vaccines to stop the spread of the virus. Yuisa…

Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2021) Snow covers the grounds of the St. Elizabeths campus near the Ceremonial Entrance of the Department of Homeland Security's headquarters.

Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2021) Snow covers the grounds of the St. Elizabeths campus near the Ceremonial Entrance of the Department of Homeland Security's headquarters.

Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2021) Snow covers the grounds of the St. Elizabeths campus near the Ceremonial Entrance of the Department of Homeland Security's headquarters.

Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2021) Snow covers the grounds of the St. Elizabeths campus near the Ceremonial Entrance of the Department of Homeland Security's headquarters.

Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2021) Snow covers the grounds of the St. Elizabeths campus near the Ceremonial Entrance of the Department of Homeland Security's headquarters.

Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in a flag raising ceremony after being sworn in as the department's seventh secretary.

Washington, D.C. (February 17, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in a press conference with 3M Vice President Kevin Rhodes, ICE Acting Director Tae Johnson, ICE HSI Acting Executive Associate Director PJ Lechleitner,…

Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in a flag raising ceremony after being sworn in as the department's seventh secretary.

Nashville, TN (February 13, 2021) FEMA staff help with traffic control at the Music City Convention Center where a Covid vaccination site has been set up by the state and local officials.

Clarkesville, GA (February 22, 2021) --A vaccination site is in operation at the Habersham County Parks and Recreation Facility where local, state and federal partners, including FEMA, work to get local residents vaccinated.

Washington, D.C. (March 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in a call with German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer.

A US Coast Guard HC-130J performs "touch and go" maneuvers at sunset on April 2, 2021. The US Coast Guard operates HC-130J aircraft from CGAS Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

A US Coast Guard HC-130J performs "touch and go" maneuvers at sunset on April 2, 2021. The US Coast Guard operates HC-130J aircraft from CGAS Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

A US Coast Guard HC-130J performs "touch and go" maneuvers at sunset on April 2, 2021. The US Coast Guard operates HC-130J aircraft from CGAS Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

Washington, D.C. (March 31, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas delivers remarks outlining his vision and roadmap for the Department's cybersecurity efforts.

Washington, DC (May 12, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas unveils a memorial wall dedicated to DHS canine and equine service animals. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

Washington, DC (May 12, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends a Senate hearing to address violent extremists and domestic terrorism. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

Washington, DC (May 13, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in a wreath laying ceremony at the National Law Enforcement Officer Memorial. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

New London, CT (May 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Class of 2021 graduation ceremony in New London, Connecticut, including a pre-graduation reception, alongside President Biden…

New London, CT (May 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Class of 2021 graduation ceremony in New London, Connecticut, including a pre-graduation reception, alongside President Biden…

New London, CT (May 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Class of 2021 graduation ceremony in New London, Connecticut, including a pre-graduation reception, alongside President Biden…

New London, CT (May 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Class of 2021 graduation ceremony in New London, Connecticut, including a pre-graduation reception, alongside President Biden…

New London, CT (May 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Class of 2021 graduation ceremony in New London, Connecticut, including a pre-graduation reception, alongside President Biden…

Washington, D.C. (May 25, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets with TSA employees at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, then participates in a press conference concerning summer travel.

Washington, D.C. (May 25, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets with TSA employees at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, then participates in a press conference concerning summer travel.

Washington, D.C. (May 25, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets with TSA employees at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, then participates in a press conference concerning summer travel.

El Paso, TX. (June 25, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Vice President Kamala Harris speak with support personnel and pose for photographs before departing El Paso, TX.

Miami-Dade County, Florida (June 27, 2021) -- FEMA Urban Search and Rescue workers join first responders in the aftermath of a building collapse in the Surfside community of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Miami-Dade County, Florida (June 27, 2021) -- FEMA Urban Search and Rescue workers join first responders in the aftermath of a building collapse in the Surfside community of Miami-Dade County, Florida. 

Lisbon, Portugal (June 21, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets with Chargé d'Affairs Kristin M. Kane and tours the grounds of the U.S. Embassy in Lisbon, Portugal.

Lisbon, Portugal (June 21, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, along with other Department of Homeland Security staff, arrives to Lisbon, Portugal.

Washington, DC (June 2, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets virtually with Karen Andrews, Australian Minister for Home Affairs. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

Washington, D.C. (May 25, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets with TSA employees at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, then participates in a press conference concerning summer travel.

Washington (June 14, 2019) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan attends ‘DHS Night at the Nationals’ at Nationals Park in Washington, DC.

Philadelphia, PA (July 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas awards MaryAnn Tierney, Federal Emergency Management Agency Region 3 Administrator, the Outstanding Service Medal.

Washington, D.C. (July 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas departs Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport for Philadelphia, PA where he will meet with DHS counterparts and staff, as well as participate in a roundtable with…

GUATEMALA CITY (July 7, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in ribbon cutting ceremony to hand-off center for migrants entering Guatemala. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

GUATEMALA CITY (July 7, 2021) Acting CBP Commissioner Troy Miller tours Puerto Quetzal to observe local processes for the shipping port, including commercial loading & unloading docks, contraband inspection, and a CCTV security station. (DHS…

GUATEMALA CITY (July 7, 2021) Acting CBP Commissioner Troy Miller tours Puerto Quetzal to observe local processes for the shipping port, including commercial loading & unloading docks, contraband inspection, and a CCTV security station. (DHS…

GUATEMALA CITY (July 7, 2021) Acting CBP Commissioner Troy Miller tours Puerto Quetzal to observe local processes for the shipping port, including commercial loading & unloading docks, contraband inspection, and a CCTV security station. (DHS…

GUATEMALA CITY (July 6, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets with Guatemalan Minister of Government, Gendri Reyes. Secretary Mayorkas and Minister Reyes held the meeting to discuss joint efforts to address security, combat…

Washington (June 28, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas conducts swearing-in ceremony for DHS Deputy Secretary John Tien at the ceremonial entrance of U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

NOME, Alaska (Jan. 18, 2012) A Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew lands on a frozen sea ice sheet on Jan. 18, 2012. The helicopter and crew have been traveling with the Coast Guard Cutter Healy, during the escort of the tanker vessel Renda.

(July 30, 2015) An MH-65 "Dolphin" helicopter flies in front of the U.S. Coast Guard barque Eagle in the Atlantic Ocean. The photo is a recreation of the U.S. Postal Service Forever Stamp created by William S. Phillips, an aviation artist.

Washington (Jan. 20, 2021) U.S. Secret Service special agents escort the presidential procession of vehicles through Washington, D.C., during the 2021 Presidential Inauguration.

Washington (Jan. 20, 2021) U.S. Secret Service special agents escort the presidential procession of vehicles through Washington, D.C., during the 2021 Presidential Inauguration.

Texas (Sept. 25, 2013) CBP, Border Patrol agents from the McAllen station horse patrol unit on patrol on horseback in South Texas.

Miami Beach, Fla (February 13, 2019) Marine Interdiction agents with U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations patrol Miami Beach, Florida, onboard an Interceptor Class Vessel on Feb. 13, 2019. The Air and Marine Operations is a…

Texas (Aug. 30, 2017) U.S Customs and Border Protection, Air and Marine Operations along with multiple other agencies and good citizens provide support to communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey in Beaumont, Texas on August 30, 2017.

Ft. Worth, Tex. (Dec. 18, 2019) Members of ICE ERO’s Special Response Teams from Dallas, Chicago and Buffalo staff a High Risk Chater to flight to India from Texas.

(Jan. 15, 2016) ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) officers knock on door in NYC.

(Oct. 21, 2015) An ICE ERO (Enforcement and Removal Operations) officer participates in firearms training.

CBP beagle Jasper readies for his close-up.

Los Angeles, Ca (Oct. 18, 2018) Robert Steinback and K-9 Hunter at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Hunter, a german shorthaired pointer, is named after a victim of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Philadelphia, Pa (June 24, 2019) A transportation security officer (TSO) from the Transporation Security Agency checks passenger's belongings at a security checkpoint at Philadelphia International Airport.

Brownsville, TX (August 12, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, along with Chief of U.S. Border Patrol Raul Ortiz, addresses Border Patrol personnel during a muster at Fort Brown Border Patrol Station in Brownsville, TX.

Brownsville, TX (August 12, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, along with Chief of U.S. Border Patrol Raul Ortiz, addresses Border Patrol personnel during a muster at Fort Brown Border Patrol Station in Brownsville, TX.

McAllen, TX (August 12, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, along with Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz, attends a morning muster at McAllen Border Patrol Station.

Washington, D.C. (August 11, 2021) Coast Guard One sits on the tarmac at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport ahead of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas's trip to Southern Texas.

Miami, FL (August 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava visit the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department to personally thank the first responders for their efforts in the Surfside condo…

Miami, FL (August 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas visits Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Miami International Airport, thanking them for their dedicated…

Del Rio, TX (September 20, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in a press conference after touring the areas of the border in Del Rio, Texas.

Washington, D.C. (September 29, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the 27th Annual Blue Mass at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Washington D.C. The service paid tribute to the 37 law enforcement officers from the D.C. area…

Washington, D.C. (September 29, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the 27th Annual Blue Mass at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Washington D.C. The service paid tribute to the 37 law enforcement officers from the D.C. area…

Washington, D.C. (September 29, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the 27th Annual Blue Mass at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Washington D.C. The service paid tribute to the 37 law enforcement officers from the D.C. area…

Washington, D.C. (October 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony, honoring the CBP law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the…

Washington, D.C. (October 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony, honoring the CBP law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the…

Washington, D.C. (October 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony, honoring the CBP law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the…

Washington, D.C. (October 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony, honoring the CBP law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the…

Washington, D.C. (October 13, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas meets with the head of the French National Center of Intelligence and Counterterrorism (CNRLT) Laurent Nuñez at the DHS St. Elizabeths campus in Washington, D.C. (DHS…

WASHINGTON (October 12, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in wreath laying ceremony at the National Law Enforcement Memorial. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

WASHINGTON (October 12, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in wreath laying ceremony at the National Law Enforcement Memorial. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

WASHINGTON (October 12, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas participates in wreath laying ceremony at the National Law Enforcement Memorial. (DHS Photo by Zachary Hupp)

Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside leaders from across the Federal Government, including President Joe Biden, attends the Annual National Police Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S…

Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside leaders from across the Federal Government, including President Joe Biden, attends the Annual National Police Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S…

Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside leaders from across the Federal Government, including President Joe Biden, attends the Annual National Police Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S…

Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside leaders from across the Federal Government, including President Joe Biden, attends the Annual National Police Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S…

Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside leaders from across the Federal Government, including President Joe Biden, attends the Annual National Police Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S…

Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside leaders from across the Federal Government, including President Joe Biden, attends the Annual National Police Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S…

Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside leaders from across the Federal Government, including President Joe Biden, attends the Annual National Police Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S…

Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside leaders from across the Federal Government, including President Joe Biden, attends the Annual National Police Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S…

Washington, D.C. (October 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony, honoring the CBP law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the…

Washington, D.C. (October 15, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony, honoring the CBP law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the…

Washington, D.C. (November 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Deputy Secretary Tien participate in the Transportation Security Administration’s 20th Anniversary Event at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in…

Washington, D.C. (November 19, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Deputy Secretary Tien participate in the Transportation Security Administration’s 20th Anniversary Event at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in…

Washington, D.C. (November 10, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Deputy Secretary John Tien participate in the 68th National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery. (DHS Photo by Benjamin Applebaum)

Washington, D.C. (November 10, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Deputy Secretary John Tien participate in the 68th National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery. (DHS Photo by Benjamin Applebaum)

Washington, D.C. (November 10, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Deputy Secretary John Tien participate in the 68th National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery. (DHS Photo by Benjamin Applebaum)

Washington, D.C. (November 10, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Deputy Secretary John Tien participate in the 68th National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery. (DHS Photo by Benjamin Applebaum)

Washington, D.C. (November 10, 2021) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Deputy Secretary John Tien participate in the 68th National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery. (DHS Photo by Benjamin Applebaum)

Washington, D.C. (February 2, 2022) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, joined by U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge, and Puerto Rico Governor Pedro Pierluisi,…

Opa-locka, FL (February 18, 2022) Homeland Security Deputy Secretary John Tien joins First Lady Jill Biden at a listening session with military families, as well as a book reading event in partnership with Disney and Blue Star Families as part of…

Volunteers lay out finisher medals for the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon March 4, 2022 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The medals feature the Lockheed Martin HC-C130J. The Coast Guard’s HC-130J Super Hercules long range surveillance aircraft…

Members of Base Elizabeth City Honor Guard present the colors at the start of the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon March 4, 2022 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

Members of Base Elizabeth City Honor Guard and the Us Coast Guard Band Saxophone Quartet present the colors at the start of the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon March 4, 2022 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The United States Coast Guard Band is the…

Members of Base Elizabeth City cheer on finishers of the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon 5K March 4, 2022 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Runners will have completed 26.2 miles in a marathon. Base Elizabeth City provides a wide variety of mission…

Members of Base Elizabeth City cheer on finishers of the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon 5K March 4, 2022 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Runners will have completed 26.2 miles in a marathon. Base Elizabeth City provides a wide variety of mission…

Philadelphia, PA (March 10, 2022) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside FEMA Regional Administrator Bob Fenton, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Federal Security Director Gerardo Spero, and CEO of PHL Chellie Cameron,…

Philadelphia, PA (March 10, 2022) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, alongside FEMA Regional Administrator Bob Fenton, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Federal Security Director Gerardo Spero, and CEO of PHL Chellie Cameron,…

The official Coast Guard Marathon finisher medal features the Lockheed Martin HC-C130J in front of a 33 foot Special Purpose Craft - Law Enforcement boat. The Coast Guard’s HC-130J Super Hercules long range surveillance aircraft provide heavy air…

The medals for the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon features the Lockheed Martin HC-C130J. On March 4-5, 2022, the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K was held in Elizabeth City, NC. Officially sanctioned by the U.S. Coast Guard, the…

On March 4-5, 2022, the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K was held in Elizabeth City, NC. Officially sanctioned by the U.S. Coast Guard, the race was created by the City of Elizabeth City, NC in collaboration with USCG Base…

On March 4-5, 2022, the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K was held in Elizabeth City, NC. Officially sanctioned by the U.S. Coast Guard, the race was created by the City of Elizabeth City, NC in collaboration with USCG Base…

WASHINGTON (June 23, 2023) Queens honey bee frames stored inside of a bee box. These frames are where the honey is created by bees. To access the honey, the fraames first need to be removed and uncapped. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour)

WASHINGTON (June 23, 2023) Department of Homeland Security employees assist the DC Beekeepers Alliance with extracting honey from bees at DHS Headquarters in Washington, DC. There were three stations to help assist, which included uncapping frames,…

WASHINGTON (June 23, 2023) Department of Homeland Security employees assist the DC Beekeepers Alliance with extracting honey from bees at DHS Headquarters in Washington, DC. The honey is extracted by spinning the extractor. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour)

Image of a drone carrying a package as part of the demonstration during DHS' Secretary Mayorkas' call for expansion of C-UAS authorities.

Stockholm, Sweden (June 21, 2023) Ministerial meeting between the European Union and the United States on Justice and Home Affairs in Stockholm, Sweden. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour) 

WASHINGTON (June 15, 2023) Live demonstration of selected UAS technologies at DHS Headquarters in Washington, DC. Several agencies participated such as U.S. Secret Service, CBP, and U.S. Coast Guard along with others. (DHS photo by Sydney Phoenix)

LAS VEGAS (May 31, 2023) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends the International Counterterrorism Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, to provide keynote remarks to highlight how DHS is continuing to evolve to meet today’s threat…

WASHINGTON (June 8, 2023) Homeland Security Intelligence and Cybersecurity Diversity Fellows met with Congressman Thompson of Mississippis Second District at Rayburn House Office Building and received a tour of the Capitol Building. (DHS photo by…

OTTAWA, CANADA (April 27, 2023) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas arrives in Canada and meets with DHS component employees at the Macdonald Cartier International airport in Ottawa, Canada. (DHS photo by Sydney Phoenix) 

Springfield, Va. (May 25, 2023) Homeland Security Deputy Secretary John Tien delivered remarks at the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIN) program at TSA…

New London, CT (May 17, 2023) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends and delivers remarks at the U.S. Coast Guard commencement address at the academy in New London, Connecticut to the 2023 graduates. Mayorkas also handed out…

New London, CT (May 17, 2023) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attends and delivers remarks at the U.S. Coast Guard commencement address at the academy in New London, Connecticut to the 2023 graduates. Mayorkas also handed out…

TUCSON, AZ (March 21, 2023) U.S. Border Patrol Chiefs gathered for the U.S. Border Patrol Chiefs Conference at the U.S. Border Patrol Tucson Sector Headquarters in Tucson, AZ. (DHS photo by Sydney Phoenix) 

NEW YORK (July 13, 2023) Service dog and Handler working to detect contraband with the US Customs and Border Protection International Mail Facility (IMF) at the John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour)…

NEW YORK (July 13, 2023) 3 workers and a service dog from US Customs and Border Protection International Mail Facility (IMF) at the John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour)