Unanimous Supreme Court Holds FISA Doesn't Displace State Secrets Privilege
In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court has reversed the Ninth Circuit’s decision, holding that Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) does not displace the state secrets privilege.
Judge Blocks DHS Guidance On Discretion in Deportation Decisions
A federal judge has enjoined the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from enforcing a deportation prioritization directive to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Secret Service Case Study Finds Correlation Between Misogyny and Mass Violence
A research component of the U.S. Secret Service recently compiled a case study on the rise of incidents of violence perpetrated against women by men who identify as incels.
HBCU Student Leaders Testify Before House Oversight Committee, FBI Expands Investigations into Bomb Threats
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) across the country have been subjected to numerous bomb threats in recent months, according to federal authorities.
Violator of Wildlife Protection Law Sentenced Following FWS Investigation
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Office of Law Enforcement found 246 Eastern Box Turtles taken from the wild in Kentucky at Christopher Cool's residence.
Celebrating Women's History Month | CBP
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) honors the women making agency history every single day.
DHS Internal Review of Domestic Extremism Reveals Flaws in Oversight, Training
In a year-long inquiry, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has identified five employees who engaged in domestic extremism, according to an internal report.
In the Line of Duty: Remaining Steadfast in the Face of Adversity
Just as we did in 1978, we continue to recruit, promote, and retain women in law enforcement careers, but also embrace diversity and equity, seek inclusiveness, and expect integrity.
Supplier Sentenced in Fentanyl, Heroin, Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy
At the time of her arrest, federal prosecutors noted Troche was responsible for distributing over one kilogram of fentanyl—an amount with the potential to kill 500,000 people.
ODNI Report Divulges Emerging Threats to National Security
Last week, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) published its annual threat assessment and its identified eight categories provide an overview of the nation's most serious threats.
Cultivating and Sustaining the Next Generation of Federal Leaders
On this FEDtalk, AAFEA President Tyra Dent joins host Natalia Castro to discuss the organization’s history and programs aimed at supporting African American public servants in achieving leadership roles.
Attorney General Releases Administration’s Updated Guidance Amid Surge in FOIA Request Denials
On Tuesday, Attorney General (AG) Merrick Garland issued guidance to agency leadership regarding the Freedom of Information Act (P.L. 89-487), or FOIA.
D.C. Circuit Finds USPS in Violation of Postal Service Reorganization Act
The Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit determined that the U.S. Postal Service acted outside of the authority of the Postal Service Reorganization Act.
Her Story Behind the Mission | USSS
In honor of Women's History Month, U.S. Secret Service Officer-Technician K. Coleman sat down with Uniformed Division Deputy Chief Catrina Bonus to discuss their respective experiences.
House Passes Omnibus Bill with Defense, Domestic Spending Increases
The House of Representatives passed a fiscal 2022 appropriations package (H.R. 2471) that will boost spending at domestic agencies by 6.7 percent.
Senators Introduce Expansion of PSOB Program
Recently, a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators introduced the Public Safety Officer Support Act, a bill that aims to expand the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB) program.
White House Directs Agencies to Analyze Digital Currency, Avenues to Mitigate Risk
President Biden signed an executive order (EO) Wednesday mandating federal agencies evaluate the risks and benefits of cryptocurrencies and establishing a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).
GAO, Stakeholders Call for Improved Training, Communication for Capitol Police
A report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) surveyed U.S. Capitol Police officers present at the melee and assessed prominent stakeholders.