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The Department of Homeland Security ensures that our Nation and its people are safe, secure, and resilient against terrorism and other hazards.
Last week, more than 2,600 personnel from the Department of Homeland Security ensured the safety and security of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. They started their work only hours after completing the same task at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland.
On May 24, DHS celebrated the second annual “Night at the Nationals.” Over 900 DHS employees, their friends and their families from across the National Capitol Region came together to enjoy the game as one DHS.
This week is National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, and those of us in the Department of Homeland Security are proud to recognize the EMS responders across the country who serve on the front lines of emergency healthcare. These men and women have chosen to answer the call of a career that demands passion, purpose, and heart. Each plays a critical role in our nation’s health security.
Today, 13 employees were presented with the Secretary’s Award for Valor, in recognition of their outstanding actions of courage and bravery both on and off duty. These employees live our DHS Mission: With honor and integrity, we will safeguard the American people, our homeland & our values.
Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh C. Johnson today presented the 2016 Department of Homeland Security Secretary’s Award for Valor to 13 outstanding individuals who have displayed exceptional valor while serving the Department, or while off-duty acting only as a concerned citizen willing to help those in need.
Three employees at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have been named finalists for the 2016 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals, known as the Sammies: Tate Jarrow, U.S. Secret Service; Mariela Melero, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); and Ajay Bhatt, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
This Veterans Day, we asked our colleagues who are both immigrants and veterans what becoming a U.S. citizen meant to them. We received a variety of responses, but a common theme was service and pride in becoming an American.
Last week, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) activities converged on an honorable theme: commemorating Independence Day through service to our nation. Throughout the week, DHS components and employees incorporated the spirit of Independence Day into their efforts, continued to carry out the unwavering DHS mission to protect the U.S., and reflected on how their service contributes to the success of our nation.
This week, we’ve celebrated Independence Day by highlighting the dedicated service to our nation of employees from across the Department. Many employees volunteered first-hand accounts from about why they serve. Here is a short compilation. Happy Independence Day!
Because of the devastation that our country suffered on September 11, we felt the need to continue serving and protecting this country after our military careers ended – and what better way to continue our service than to join U.S. Customs and Border Protection! As we reflect on the nation’s celebration of our independence, we are proud that we have the opportunity to train the finest officer candidates who will defend America’s frontline. – Ivette and Anthony Maniece, Supervisory CBPOs (and spouses) U.S. Customs & Border Protection
