Economic Security

Written testimony of ICE for a Senate Committee on Finance hearing titled “Counterfeit Goods & Opportunities for Small Business Exporters in the Digital Age”

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations, National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center Assistant Director Bruce Foucart addresses ICE’s efforts to combat the illegal importation and sale of counterfeit products, and the threats to public safety and national security that counterfeit products may pose.

Written testimony of USCG Commandant for a Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard hearing titled “Assessing the Coast Guard's Increasing Duties: A focus on drug and migrant interdiction”

U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Commandant Admiral Paul Zukunft addresses Coast Guard missions.

Written testimony of CBP Commissioner for a Senate Committee on Finance hearing titled “Oversight of the United States Customs and Border Protection Agency”

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner R.Gil Kerlikowske addresses CBP’s role in facilitating international trade and enforcing our Nation’s trade laws.

Readout of Secretary Johnson's Meeting with Panamanian President Varela

Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson met with Panamanian President Juan Carlos Varela to discuss bilateral collaboration on immigration and border security, and potential areas for regional engagement on these issues.

Protect Yourself from Online Fraud this Tax Season

Tax season is prime time for cyber crime. As millions of Americans file their taxes online, cyber criminals may look to steal your personal information and cash in on your tax refund. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is warning Americans that they have already seen a 400% surge in tax-related phishing and malware incidents this season.

Written testimony of PLCY for a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere hearing titled “Potential Terrorist Threats: Border Security Challenges in Latin America and the Caribbean”

PLCY Office of International Affairs Assistant Secretary and Chief Diplomatic Officer Alan Bersin addresses furthering U.S. security by ensuring cooperation and information sharing in the Western Hemisphere.

DHS Launches Known Employer Pilot Program

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced the launch of a Known Employer pilot to assess a new process for employers seeking to hire certain workers through employment-based visa categories.

Readout of Secretary Johnson's Meeting with Guatemalan President Morales

Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson met with Guatemalan President Jimmy Morales to discuss President Morales’ priorities for his administration and the two countries’ continued cooperation on a number of shared economic and security issues.

Readout of Secretary Johnson’s Meeting with Canadian Minister of Transport Garneau

Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson met with Canadian Minister of Transport Marc Garneau to discuss continued cooperation on transportation security, maritime safety, and cross-border travel.

Written testimony of USCG for a House Committee Foreign Affairs, joint Subcommittee hearing titled “Charting the Arctic: Security, Economic, and Resource Opportunities”

U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Vice Commandant Vice Admiral Charles Michel addresses Coast Guard operations to ensure Maritime Safety, Security and Stewardship in the Arctic Region.

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