Family deportation program off to slow start as border arrivals rise
The U.S. has carried out fewer than 100 deportations under a program the Biden administration set up in May to deter unlawful border entries by migrant families.
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Feds call on NYC to fix migrant crisis
The New York mayor and governor have asked for increased federal support to handle migrants in the state. Now in the first response, Biden administration officials are putting the responsibility back on the city and state. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains the proposed solutions.
Biden's border policy faces legal challenges
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas testified before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. The testimony came amid a legal battle over President Biden's asylum plan and the Justice Department's lawsuit against Texas for putting up floating barriers to stop migrants. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined to unpack the legal challenges facing the Biden administration.
Report: Death of migrant girl "preventable"
A new report from an independent federal court monitor has determined the death of an 8-year-old migrant girl while in U.S. Border Protection custody was a "preventable tragedy." The report also says her death raises "profound concerns" about the U.S. government's process for caring for migrants at the southern border. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
U.S. man convicted of torturing employee, exporting weapons parts to Iraq
The 54-year-old man, identified as Ross Roggio of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, faces life in prison and will be sentenced in August.
Talks continue as debt limit deadline looms
Talks continue Tuesday between President Biden and congressional leaders as the June 1 federal debt limit deadline looms. This comes as the Office of Management and Budget says proposed cuts from House Republicans would cut at least 30% of all areas outside Defense, the Veterans Affairs department and Homeland Security. Weijia Jiang reports.
DHS secretary on Title 42 expiration
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the influx of migrants at the U.S. southern border following the end of Title 42.
2/16: Red and Blue
President Biden speaks about recent airborne objects; DHS intel chief on safety preparations to prevent attacks similar to Jan. 6.
Inside a DHS raid that uncovered possible fentanyl chemicals
Agents confiscated more than 100 pounds of precursor chemicals, with some coming from China, during an early morning raid in Tucson, Arizona.
U.S. creates deportation protection process for exploited migrant workers
The Biden administration said the process will encourage exploited workers to denounce labor violations and participate in workplace investigations without fear of retaliation.
U.S. grants temporary protected status to thousands of Somali immigrants
The Biden administration has granted Temporary Protected Status to hundreds of thousands of immigrants from crisis-stricken countries, such as Afghanistan and Venezuela.
Real ID deadline for air travelers extended by 2 years
DHS is giving Americans more time to obtain a Real ID for air travel because of delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. weighs asylum limits as it braces for end of Title 42 border restrictions
Title 42, a policy that allows U.S. border officials to expel some migrants on public health grounds, is set to end on Dec. 21 because of a court order.
Supreme Court hears immigration case
The Supreme Court heard arguments today in the case United States v. Texas, which focuses on whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can prioritize deporting migrants who are deemed dangerous. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Elaine Quijano spoke with retired U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of Texas, Hon. Vanessa Gilmore, about the significance of this case.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," November 27, 2022
Dr. Anthony Fauci, Rep. Jim Clyburn, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and more will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
DHS chief could face impeachment in GOP-led House, Kevin McCarthy warns
Republican lawmakers have faulted Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for the record number of migrant apprehensions reported along the southern border.
Top U.S. border official is asked to resign amid internal clash
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the largest federal law enforcement agency, has struggled to respond to record levels of migrant encounters along the U.S.-Mexico border over the past year.
Puerto Rico calls on U.S. to allow ship carrying vital diesel fuel to dock
A vessel carrying 300,000 barrels of fuel to Puerto Rico, where Hurricane Fiona caused massive blackouts, is stalled off the island's southern coast.
Watchdog finds DHS falls short in addressing domestic terrorism threat
DHS has no "long-term approach" to countering domestic terrorism, report says.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 3, 2022
California Rep. Adam Schiff, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
DHS: Political violence could intensify following abortion ruling
Officials said those seeking to commit political violence could target judges, state officials, protests and certain pregnancy and reproductive health facilities.
DHS reports "significant" uptick in violent threats after Supreme Court opinion leak
The Department of Homeland Security said it has registered an uptick in threats against "reproductive healthcare personnel and facilities," as well as the Supreme Court and its justices.
Disinformation board to take aim at false Russian and border claims
The immediate focus will be on misinformation from human smugglers, who spread falsehoods about border policy to migrants to help drum up business.
DHS Secretary defends border policies under intense grilling from GOP lawmakers
One GOP lawmaker vowed to impeach Mayorkas if Republicans retake the House in November.
Two men accused of posing as federal agents indicted on federal charges
Arian Taherzadeh and Haider Ali have been indicted on false impersonation of an officer or employee of the U.S. and unlawful possession of a large capacity ammunition feeding device.
Trump criticizes European allies in U.N. speech: "Your countries are going to hell"
President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, the 80th anniversary of the world body.
Zelenskyy says he's surprised after Trump argues Ukraine can regain all its land
President Trump said Ukraine is "in a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original form" — a shift that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said took him by surprise.
Nexstar to continue preempting "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" after ABC return
Nexstar on Tuesday said it will monitor the late-night show as it returns to ABC tonight.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan rejects Trump's "bigoted" claims about sharia law
President Trump suggested Tuesday that London officials want to "go to sharia law," a comment London Mayor Sadiq Khan's office called "bigoted" and "appalling."
Ryan Routh guilty in Trump assassination attempt, tries to stab himself after verdict
Ryan Routh was found guilty of all five charges, which included attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate and assaulting a federal officer.
Secret Service disrupts telecom network that threatened NYC during U.N. gathering
Early analysis shows the network was used for communication between foreign governments and individuals known to U.S. law enforcement.
Americans detained by immigration agents speak out about treatment by agents
Several U.S. citizens have filed legal claims against the government, alleging they were wrongfully detained and racially profiled — some said they were beaten by federal officers.
Camp Mystic plans to reopen in Texas next summer after flood that killed 27
Camp Mystic has announced that it plans to reopen one of its Texas sites, where 27 girls and counselors died in a July flood.
World experts reject Trump's claims about Tylenol, autism link
Health organizations from around the globe are joining the chorus of experts rejecting the Trump administration's claim that acetaminophen during pregnancy can be associated with an increased risk of autism.