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President Trump Orders DHS to Pay Employees Amid Shutdown, Citing Security Concerns

President Trump Orders DHS to Pay Employees Amid Shutdown, Citing Security Concerns

President Trump has directed the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to ensure payment for all its employees despite an ongoing shutdown that has lasted nearly two months. The shutdown resulted from a congressional impasse over immigration enforcement policy, leaving thousands of DHS employees without paychecks. In a memo, President Trump instructed DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought to identify funds that can be used to pay the employees, emphasizing the need to maintain national security and emergency readiness. The memo highlights that over 35,000 DHS employees, including civilian Coast Guard staff and personnel at the Federal Emergency Management Agency and Cybersecurity and Information Security Agency, have not been paid. The shutdown began in mid-February following a dispute over immigration policy, particularly funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

DHS Shifts Immigration Enforcement Strategy to Local Police Collaboration

DHS Shifts Immigration Enforcement Strategy to Local Police Collaboration

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is transitioning its immigration enforcement strategy from high-profile operations to a more discreet approach that relies heavily on local police partnerships. This shift follows the controversial and aggressive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation in Minnesota, which faced significant public backlash. Markwayne Mullin, the new DHS secretary, has emphasized the importance of local law enforcement collaboration, suggesting that ICE should focus more on transportation roles rather than frontline enforcement. This strategy is being implemented through the federal 287(g) program, which allows local police to perform some duties of ICE officers. The program has seen a significant increase in participation, with over 1,600 agreements across 39 states, affecting about a third of the U.S. population.

President Trump Ensures Pay for DHS Employees Amid Government Shutdown

President Trump Ensures Pay for DHS Employees Amid Government Shutdown

President Trump has signed a memorandum to ensure that all U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employees receive pay and benefits during the ongoing partial government shutdown. The shutdown, now in its seventh week, has left over 35,000 DHS employees without pay, affecting various agencies including the Transportation Security Administration, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The memorandum directs DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin to collaborate with the Office of Management and Budget to allocate funds for employee compensation, emphasizing the need to maintain national security and readiness.

ICE Shifts to Quieter Immigration Enforcement with Local Police Partnerships

ICE Shifts to Quieter Immigration Enforcement with Local Police Partnerships

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is transitioning from high-profile enforcement operations to a more subdued approach by partnering with local law enforcement agencies. This shift follows the controversial and aggressive tactics used during a recent operation in Minnesota, which faced significant public backlash. The new strategy emphasizes the federal 287(g) program, allowing local police to perform some duties of ICE officers. This program has seen a substantial increase in participation, with over 1,600 agreements across 39 states, particularly in Florida and Texas. These partnerships have led to a significant rise in immigration arrests by local agencies, with Florida reporting at least 10,000 arrests since last August. The approach has sparked concerns about racial profiling and community trust, as local police now play a more active role in immigration enforcement.

ICE Agents and Honduran Man Hospitalized After Highlandtown Encounter

ICE Agents and Honduran Man Hospitalized After Highlandtown Encounter

In Highlandtown, Baltimore, a confrontation between ICE agents and Ever Alvarenga Rios, a 32-year-old Honduran man, resulted in serious injuries for Rios and two ICE agents. The incident occurred on Haven Street, where Rios was reportedly rear-ended by ICE agents while driving to work. Rios, who is seeking permanent citizenship, sustained injuries to his head, chest, back, and hands and is currently hospitalized in ICE custody. The Eldridge Crandell Law Firm, representing Rios, claims the agents acted violently. However, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) states that Rios attempted to evade arrest, leading to a multi-car pileup and his subsequent attempt to flee on foot. DHS describes Rios as an illegal alien with a final removal order from a judge.

Family Speaks Out After ICE Detention in Minnesota Amid Immigration Surge

Family Speaks Out After ICE Detention in Minnesota Amid Immigration Surge

Liam Ramos and his family have publicly shared their experiences following a recent detention by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minnesota. This comes amid a broader surge in ICE activities in the state. The family’s account sheds light on the personal impact of immigration enforcement actions and the challenges faced by those affected. Their story is part of a larger narrative concerning immigration policies and their implementation in the U.S.

ICE Arrests 13 at Armstrong County Driver's License Center Amid Immigration Enforcement

ICE Arrests 13 at Armstrong County Driver's License Center Amid Immigration Enforcement

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials arrested 13 individuals at a driver's license center in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania. The arrests took place outside the West Kittanning location, where the individuals, described as 'illegal aliens' by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), were apprehended. The group included people from Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Turkmenistan. One individual resisted arrest and assaulted a local officer. The incident drew attention due to long lines and a packed parking lot at the center, which led to reports from concerned citizens. The DHS has stated that the incident is under investigation.

Homeland Security Pauses Warehouse Detention Center Plans Amid Funding Disputes

Homeland Security Pauses Warehouse Detention Center Plans Amid Funding Disputes

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has temporarily paused its plans to purchase warehouses for use as detention centers for undocumented immigrants. This decision comes shortly after Markwayne Mullin was confirmed as the new Secretary of Homeland Security. The DHS is currently reviewing its policies and proposals, and it remains unclear if the plan to convert already acquired warehouses into detention centers will proceed. The proposed plan, estimated at $38.3 billion, aimed to increase detention capacity significantly but faced criticism from local officials and residents concerned about the impact on public infrastructure.

ICE Detention Center in Texas Faces Scrutiny Over Record Deaths and Poor Conditions

ICE Detention Center in Texas Faces Scrutiny Over Record Deaths and Poor Conditions

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center at Camp East Montana, located on the grounds of the U.S. Army's Fort Bliss military base in Texas, is under intense scrutiny due to a high number of detainee deaths and poor living conditions. Since its opening in August 2025, the facility has become the largest immigrant detention center in the U.S. and has reported three deaths out of 25 in ICE detention since October. Concerns have been raised by immigration advocates, lawmakers, and former detainees about the management of the facility by Acquisition Logistics, a company with no prior experience in running detention centers, which secured a $1.3 billion federal contract. The facility has been criticized for inadequate medical care, poor living conditions, and violations of detention standards, including failure to prevent self-harm and suicide among detainees.

Police Chiefs Advocate for Improved Coordination in Immigration Enforcement to Enhance Community Trust

Police Chiefs Advocate for Improved Coordination in Immigration Enforcement to Enhance Community Trust

The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) has called for a coordinated effort between federal, state, and local law enforcement to improve immigration enforcement operations. This initiative follows concerns about the impact of current practices on community trust and officer safety. The IACP, along with nearly 20 other organizations, has developed a set of 'shared principles' aimed at fostering better communication and collaboration among agencies. These guidelines emphasize the need for clear communication, targeted enforcement of violent criminals, and broader safety measures. The move comes amid growing friction between different levels of law enforcement and public backlash against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.

DHS Highlights Birthright Citizenship Concerns Amid MacDill Bomb Plot Case

DHS Highlights Birthright Citizenship Concerns Amid MacDill Bomb Plot Case

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that the parents of suspects involved in a foiled bomb plot at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida are illegal immigrants. The parents, Qiu Qin Zou and Jia Zhang Zheng, were taken into custody by ICE agents on March 18, following their son Alen Zheng's alleged attempt to plant an explosive device outside the base. The case has brought attention to the issue of birthright citizenship, as both Alen and his sister Ann Mary Zheng, who are implicated in the plot, were born in the U.S. and are citizens. The Trump administration has argued that this case underscores national security risks associated with birthright citizenship, a matter currently under review by the Supreme Court. Alen Zheng is charged with attempted destruction of government property, while Ann Mary Zheng faces charges of accessory after the fact and evidence tampering.

President Trump to Ensure Pay for DHS Workers as Shutdown Continues

President Trump to Ensure Pay for DHS Workers as Shutdown Continues

President Trump announced his intention to sign an executive order to pay all Department of Homeland Security (DHS) workers, following the House's failure to pass legislation ending the 48-day partial government shutdown. This announcement, made on Trump's social media platform, comes after a previous order that authorized pay for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers. The shutdown has been marked by a standoff over funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), central to Trump's immigration policies. While ICE and CBP workers have been paid using existing funds, other DHS employees, including those at the Federal Emergency Management Agency, have not received pay. The House was expected to pass a Senate measure funding most of DHS, but did not take action, leaving the shutdown unresolved.