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THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

The Department of Homeland Security established by the 2002 Homeland Security Act, in part as a response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

HOMELAND SECURITY

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The Department of Homeland Security is made up of previously separate national security activities, including:

CounterterrorismBorder Security & ImmigrationDisaster response and recoveryCybersecurity

HOMELAND SECURITY

The primary purpose of the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is to

Protect the UNITED STATES from:

terrorist attacks man-made accidents natural disasters

HOMELAND SECURITY

Counterterrorism is protecting the public from terrorist attacks.

What would be some of the responsibilities of the counterterrorism unit?

COUNTERTERRORISM

Counterterrorism activities include:Detecting explosives in public spaces and transportation networks

Helping protect critical infrastructure and cyber networks from attack

Detecting agents of biological warfareBuilding information-sharing partnerships with state and local law enforcement

COUNTERTERRORISM

The Department of Homeland Security prevents and investigates illegal movements across US borders, including the smuggling of people, drugs, cash, and weapons.

BORDER SECURITY

The Department is working to strengthen security on the southwest border to disrupt the drug, cash and weapon smuggling that fuels cartel violence in Mexico by adding manpower and technology.

BORDER SECURITY

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Though historically of less concern, international terrorism has made the border with Canada increasingly important to monitor; the department supports smart security on the northern border and facilitates travel and trade.

BORDER SECURITY

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In the event of a terrorist attack, natural disaster or other large-scale emergency, the Department of Homeland Security provides a coordinated, comprehensive federal response and mount a swift and effective recovery effort.

PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY

The Department assumes primary responsibility for ensuring that emergency response professionals are prepared for any situation.

PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY

The Department of Homeland Security is responsible for providing immigration-related services and benefits such as naturalization and work authorization.

IMMIGRATION

The Department also enforces and investigates breaches of:Federal immigration lawsCustoms lawsAir security laws

Federal Air Marshals

IMMIGRATION

The Department of Homeland Security keeps federal civilian networks and critical infrastructure secure.

CYBERSECURITY

The Department works across the federal government, partners with the private sector, and empowers the general public to create a safe, secure, and resilient cyber environment.

The Department promotes cybersecurity knowledge and innovation.

CYBERSECURITY

The Department of Homeland Security is responsible for: Counterterrorism Border Security Disaster Response and Recovery Cybersecurity

Where area does the DHS protect? The United States Any countries that the United States protects

How significant were the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 to U.S. security? Let’s discuss.

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