The bedrock law behind U.S. efforts to fight human trafficking around the world was finally reauthorized, more than a year after lapsing, with a number of significant changes. Keep Reading
Be advised, however, that federal employees who continue to work throughout the shutdown may not be eligible to file for unemployment. Keep Reading
President is demanding a steep increase from the $1.3 billion approved by the Senate in the 115th Congress for border security including fence improvements. Keep Reading
The bill creates an Office of Critical Technologies & Security at the White House responsible for coordinating across agencies and developing a long-term, whole-of-government strategy. Keep Reading
"The bottom line is simple: the Trump temper tantrum will shut down the government, but it will not get him his wall," vows Schumer. Keep Reading
Both measures are largely viewed as symbolic in light of strict opposition in the Republican-led House of Representatives and the White House. Keep Reading
Delegation aired concerns over discrimination and harassment complaints at the Coast Guard Academy and the handling of such complaints. Keep Reading
Commissioner tells senators he doesn't want concrete wall, but thick, steel bollard fencing, technology, access roads. Keep Reading
It is more difficult for Congress to conduct effective oversight of ICE or any agency with an acting leader who is uncertain about his or her longer-term status and tenure. Keep Reading
"We are going to continue to do some due diligence," says chairman Ron Johnson, predicting quick movement on nomination as answers come in. Keep Reading
