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Over six decades, more than 12 million immigrants came through Ellis Island. Today, 298 people sat in the same place under the American flag and become new U.S. citizens during a naturalization ceremony in the Great Hall. We welcome and celebrate our newest fellow Americans in honor of Citizenship Day and Constitution Week.
From New York Police Department Headquarters, Secretary Johnson, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and Police Commissioner Bratton responded to the week’s tragic events. The Secretary called on police and the communities they serve to come together, heal wounds, and bridge any differences.
This week, ICE led the largest street gang take-down in New York City history, totaling more than 120 members and associates of two rival gangs operating in the Bronx. Official photo by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
On Sunday, I joined Homeland Secretary Johnson in New York City with Mayor de Blasio, Police Commissioner Bratton, Fire Commissioner Nigro, and Emergency Management Commissioner Joseph Esposito to observe the New York Police Department’s active shooter training exercise. I am pleased that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) had the opportunity to help support this important exercise.
U.S. Secret Service agents, together with the DHS components and federal, state and local partners, ensure a safe visit of Pope Francis. Here, agents stand ready as the Pontiff prepares to leave Manhattan following his address to the U.N. General Assembly. Official U.S. Department of Homeland Security photo taken by the U.S. Secret Service.
On Sept. 19, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson will travel to New York to review ongoing security preparations in advance of the 70th United Nations General Assembly and Pope Francis’ visit next week. Secretary Johnson has designated these two upcoming events as National Special Security Events (NSSE), which allow for enhanced cooperation of local, state and federal partners in establishing a safe and secure environment.
Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson and Capt. Michael Day, Commander Coast Guard Sector New York, take a tour of New York Harbor aboard a 45-foot Response Boat. The U.S. Coast Guard safeguards our nation’s waterways and protects our interests around the world.
On June 18, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson will travel to New York to participate in a moderated discussion at the Hudson Union Society on a range of homeland security-related priorities.
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On May 7, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson will travel to New York to meet with community leaders to discuss the ongoing collaboration with DHS on civil rights and civil liberties and safeguarding local communities, as well as building partnerships between community organizations and state and local officials. Secretary Johnson will also meet with local law enforcement officials to discuss joint efforts to further community partnerships and engagement. Additional details will be forthcoming.
