Swalwell Nanny Scandal Lands at DHS
USCIS says it referred allegations tied to Eric Swalwell to DHS investigators. The complaint also questions nanny work authorization and campaign-paid childcare.
DHS Targets Sanctuary City Airports
Markwayne Mullin said DHS is looking at whether airports in sanctuary cities should keep the same customs setup, a move that could turn immigration policy into a test of federal leverage.
CNN Presses Swalwell on DHS Funding
Brianna Keilar challenged Rep. Eric Swalwell on why Democrats were blocking full DHS funding, and the exchange quickly turned into a familiar Washington blame game.
CNN Admits Atlanta Lines Finally Fell
CNN said Atlanta airport wait times dropped from hours to under 40 minutes after ICE agents and extra police showed up. The episode showed how fast a shutdown can turn a routine security line into a public nuisance with a press pass.
Airport Lines Grow As DHS Shutdown Drags On
Long TSA lines and staffing shortages are piling up as the partial DHS shutdown stretches into weeks. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blames missed pay, resignations and political games for the mess, while officials insist safety is intact.
GOP Probe Looms Over Noem Spending
Rep. Nancy Mace says she will push for hearings and possible subpoenas after reports that outgoing DHS Secretary Kristi Noem spent heavily on national PR ads and employed close Trump ally Corey Lewandowski as an adviser.
Top DHS Shakeup: Noem and Lewandowski Exit
President Trump removed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and named Senator Markwayne Mullin to take over at the end of March. Senior adviser Corey Lewandowski is also leaving amid questions about a $200 million ad contract and who approved it. The move follows tense congressional testimony and media reports suggesting the contract process was limited to a few firms.
Congressman’s State Guest Sparks Arrest Threat
A Massachusetts congressman invited a young Brazilian guest to the State of the Union. Homeland Security said the guest was subject to removal. The guest was quietly moved to the congressman’s office and watched the speech on TV. The episode raised questions about enforcement, optics, and political theater.
Democrats Talk Dismantling the DHS
Rep. Ilhan Omar told a town hall that talk of abolishing ICE has grown into talk of dismantling the Department of Homeland Security. That is a big policy shift with many practical questions most headlines skip.
Trump Blasts Democrats Over Voter ID Fight
President Trump blamed Senate Democrats for a partial government shutdown and for blocking a bill that would require voter ID and proof of citizenship. He said Democrats oppose the measure because it would cost them elections. The bill faces a steep climb in the Senate and the shutdown is already disrupting some federal services.