Category: United States Director of National Intelligence

Source: US Department of Homeland Security

America and Chile deepen mutual commitment to security

SANTIAGO, CHILE – Today, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem met with Chilean Minister of Public Security Luis Cordero Vega, Attorney General Ángel Valencia, and Minister of Justice Jaime Gajardo Falcón for the first time to discuss how the two countries can work together to deter illegal immigration, how Chile can maintain compliance with the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, and how the two countries can increase law enforcement cooperation to facilitate lawful travel and crackdown on criminals entering America.

“Today, America and Chile deepened our mutual commitment to security by discussing how we can work together on several key information sharing initiatives in the near future,” Secretary Noem said in a statement. “I am proud to announce that we signed a letter of intent for continued partnership on Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert (BITMAP) that will expand this vital data sharing program into new area. Chile also deserves applause for its efforts to stay compliant with our Visa Waiver Program and for its law enforcement’s efforts to stop criminals heading towards America from traveling through its country.”

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U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Chilean Minister of Public Security Luis Cordero Vega, and Minister of Justice Jaime Gajardo Falcón

Secretary Noem and Chilean officials moved one step closer to a BITMAP memo of understanding by signing a letter of intent that represents Chile and the U.S.’s desire to continue these efforts.

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U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem signs BITMAP letter of intent 

Chile also committed to accepting all ICE charter flights and enrolling in Electronic Nationality Verification (ENV) and our Security Alliance for Fugitive Enforcement (SAFE) programs. Chile will continue to be key a member of the U.S. Visa Waiver Program and has been a valued partner for law enforcement efforts in the region.

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U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Chilean Minister of Public Security Luis Cordero Vega hold a bilateral meeting

The U.S. looks forward to continuing information sharing, engaging in joint law enforcement training exercises, and looking for new ways to build upon its relationship with Chile.

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Source: US Department of Homeland Security

WASHINGTON –Today, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), in partnership with Sandia National Laboratories, released Thorium, an automated, scalable malware and forensic analysis platform that can integrate commercial, custom and open-source analysis tools and enable cyber defenders to quickly assess malware threats and index forensic analysis results into a unified platform.  

Advanced persistent threats using malware continue to increase in volume and complexity. The analysis of malware and forensics must be done accurately and quickly to enable organizations to defend their networks. However, malware analysts across government, public and private sectors are challenged with vast amounts of malware and managing a long list of malware analysis tools with specific capabilities and not enough time & resources to effectively analyze the threat.  

Thorium allows cyber defenders to integrate their preferred tools into a single platform that orchestrates customized & automated analysis workflows at scale, analyze large amounts of malware quickly, and to add & remove tools quickly as malware threats evolve. Thorium is configured to ingest over 10 million files per hour per permission group and schedule over 1,700 jobs per second, while maintaining a fast results query.  

“The Thorium framework underscores CISA’s focus and commitment to provide valuable services and resources at scale that help government and critical infrastructure protect against cyber threats and strengthen their cybersecurity. By publicly sharing this platform, we empower the broader cybersecurity community to orchestrate the use of advanced tools for malware and forensic analysis,” said CISA Associate Director for Threat Hunting Jermaine Roebuck. “With our partners at Sandia National Laboratories, we are enabling analysts nationwide to contribute insights and benefit from shared knowledge. Scalable analysis of binaries as well as other digital artifacts further enables cybersecurity analysts to understand and address vulnerabilities in benign software.” 

Cybersecurity teams with frequent file analysis workflows can use Thorium to:  

• Integrate command-line tools as docker images (free and open-source software, commercial off-the-shelf, custom, etc.). With additional configuration, integrate virtual machine and bare-metal tools.
• Filter tool results using tags and full-text search.
• Control how submissions, tools, and results are accessible by using strict group-based permissions.
• Scale with hardware using the power of Kubernetes and ScyllaDB to meet workload requirements.
• Import and export tools for ease of sharing across cyber defense teams.    

For more information and installation instructions, visit Thorium on CISA.gov. For more cybersecurity services offered by CISA, visit Free Cybersecurity Services & Tools.

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Source: US Department of Homeland Security

The Trump Administration will pursue all tools at its disposal to keep America safe

SANTIAGO, CHILE – Today, the United States and Chile signed a new Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program (BITMAP) letter of intent to continue this crucial information sharing system between the two nations.

“Data sharing benefits everyone – except bad actors who wish to do us and our people harm,” U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said in a statement. “Today, we kick-started a Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program (BITMAP) to help both nations better track criminals, terrorists, other dangerous individuals who try to cross our borders and do us harm. America, Chile, and the entire western hemisphere will be safer because of these efforts.”

Biometric data is critical for vetting, tracking, and keeping the worst of the worst criminal aliens from around the globe from crossing our borders. To increase both countries’ capabilities in that effort, the U.S. trained Chilean law enforcement on a successful BITMAP pilot program this past spring.

The letter of intent signed today will serve as a “bridge” for Chile and the U.S. as the two countries work towards a full partnership. Once BITMAP is fully operational, both countries will enjoy increased cooperation in identifying and tracking transnational criminals, terrorists, and other high-risk individuals who are attempting to enter American borders.

Now, Chilean officials can identify potentially dangerous individuals among illegal third-country aliens to prevent their travel to the U.S., and they also have the capability to use BITMAP in Chilean prisons to fully vet prisoners and detainees.

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Source: US Department of Homeland Security

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Source: US Department of Homeland Security

CBP Home app offers those in America illegally $1,000 and a free flight home

WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary Noem announced new nationwide ads promoting the CBP Home App, which encourages illegal aliens to self deport to their native country. Illegal aliens who utilize the app will receive financial assistance of up to $1,000, a free flight home, and preserve the potential opportunity to return to the United States the legal, right way. Those who do not take advantage of the app will be fined thousands of dollars, detained, and forcefully removed from the United States.

“The CBP Home app gives aliens the option to leave now, and self deport, so they may still have the opportunity to return legally in the future and live the American dream,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “If they don’t, we will find them, we will deport them, and they will never return.”

This series of ads will run on broadcast television and online, across the United States and internationally. It will be broadcast in multiple languages. The ads are targeted toward all illegal aliens residing within the United States to ensure they are given the resources needed to take advantage of this incredibly generous opportunity granted to them by the United States government.

Watch the 30 and 60 second ads.

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Source: US Department of Homeland Security

70% of ICE arrests include illegal aliens with criminal convictions or pending charges.

WASHINGTON— As part of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) ongoing effort to protect American communities from violent criminal aliens, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arrested multiple individuals with serious criminal convictions ranging from predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, to meth trafficking, and failure to stop and render aid in a fatal car crash. 

Under the leadership of President Trump and Secretary Noem, DHS is delivering on its promise to prioritize the American people over illegal aliens and criminal protection policies, removing these public safety threats from American communities. 

“The Biden Administration allowed dangerous criminals to pour into our country,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “President Trump and Secretary Noem unleashed ICE to arrest these criminal illegal aliens. From pedophiles to drug traffickers, ICE is prioritizing arresting the worst of the worst. We will not allow criminal illegals to terrorize American communities.” 

Recent ICE enforcement actions include: 

• Hector Bonaparte-Contreras, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, convicted of predatory criminal sexual assault of a victim less than 13 in Chicago, IL.  

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• Santiago Geovany Garcia-Rosales, a criminal illegal alien from Guatemala, convicted of failure to stop and render aid involving death in Harris County, TX.   

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• Arnauld Sammy Kamana, a criminal illegal alien from Rwanda, convicted of theft in Moraine, OH.   

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• Sergio Bermudez-Perez, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, convicted of felony larceny and breaking and entering in Harnett County, NC.   

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• Julio Armando Gomez-Fernandez, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, convicted of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute >500 grams of methamphetamine, and illegal re-entry in the District of Colorado. 

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ICE encourages the public to report crimes or suspicious activity by contacting the ICE tip line at 1-866-DHS-2-ICE or visiting www.ice.gov.   

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Source: US Department of Homeland Security

The Secretary’s visit deepens mutual commitment to security and facilitates lawful travel and trade

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA – Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem met with Argentine President Javier Milei, Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein and Minister of National Security Patricia Bullrich to begin the process of Argentina rejoining the Visa Waiver Program which will greatly facilitate travel between our two countries. 

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 U.S. Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem Meets with Argentine President Javier Milei, Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein, and Minister of National Security Patricia Bullrich

Secretary Noem also signed a memorandum of cooperation for implementing the Security Alliance for Fugitive Enforcement, which will facilitate the sharing of criminal history information and has been instrumental in sending criminals back to their home countries so they can face justice.  Finally, a letter of intent for the adoption of Electronic Nationality Verification program in Argentina was signed, which expedite the removal of Argentine nationals who are in the United States illegally.

“It’s been a privilege to witness the beauty of Argentina and the rich culture that shapes its people and country.” Secretary Noem said in a statement. “Thank you, President Milei, Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein, and Minister of National Security Patricia Bullrich, for your partnership in strengthening our shared security efforts and for so generously welcoming us.”

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U.S. Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem Discusses Security Cooperation Argentine Minister Bullrich 

Secretary Noem became the first United States cabinet official to visit Campo De Mayo, one of Argentina’s most significant and largest military institutions. Campo De Mayo is home to multiple strategic Argentinian units including the Military Police School and the Army Intelligence Battalion. 

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U.S. Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem Tours Campo De Mayo by horseback with Minister of National Security Patricia Bullrich
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Source: US Department of Homeland Security

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement highlighting a recent report by an independent non-partisan organization, the Council on Criminal Justice, which showed a decrease in certain violent crimes in multiple cities across the U.S. during the first six months of 2025.

According to the data, since January 2025—when President Donald Trump took the helm—homicide is down 17% through the month of June 2025 compared to the same time period in 2024 across 30 U.S. cities.

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“Under President Trump and Secretary Noem, our law enforcement is working at lightning speed to remove violent criminal illegal aliens from the U.S. Every single day we are arresting gang members, murderers, pedophiles, and violent predators,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “70% of ICE arrests are of illegal aliens who have been convicted or charged with a crime. These arrests and deportations of criminal illegal aliens are having real impact on public safety.”

According to the report, other violent offenses are also on the decline. The data shows gun assaults are down 21%, aggravated assault is down 10%, sexual assault is down 10% and carjacking is down 24% from January to June of 2025 compared to the same period the year prior.

70% of ICE arrests include illegal aliens with criminal convictions or pending charges.

ICE encourages the public to report crimes or suspicious activity by contacting the ICE tip line at 1-866-DHS-2-ICE or visiting www.ice.gov.  

Source: US Department of Homeland Security

Under President Trump and Secretary Noem, DHS is removing violent criminals from American communities

WASHINGTON – Over the weekend, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested more of the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens including child pedophiles, rapists, and drug traffickers from American communities – delivering on President Trump’s promise to keep America safe. 

“While many Americans enjoyed their weekend, ICE law enforcement was working around the clock to arrest even more pedophiles, drug traffickers, and other illegal aliens convicted of heinous crimes,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “Our brave ICE law enforcement are removing violent criminal illegal aliens from American streets so they cannot terrorize more American victims, including innocent children. We are firing up the deportation planes and getting these criminal illegal aliens off our streets and out of the country.”

Below are just some of the violent criminal illegals arrested over the weekend:

• Hector Adrian Gonzalez-Sanchez, a 57-year-old criminal illegal alien from Mexico, previously convicted for lewd and lascivious acts with a child under 14 in Pico Rivera, CA.

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• Julio Guzman-Zuniga, an illegal alien from Mexico. His criminal history includes a conviction for trafficking cocaine in Robeson County, NC.

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• Eduardo Luis Manchin-Pozo, a criminal illegal alien from Cuba, previously convicted for drug trafficking, marijuana possession, and dangerous drugs in Russellville, AL.

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• Jose Ortiz, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, previously convicted of assault causing bodily injury to a family member in Austin, TX.

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• Tadeo Solano, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, previously convicted of first-degree rape in Mecklenburg County, NC.

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• Richard Salas-Romero, a criminal illegal alien from Colombia, previously convicted of alien smuggling in Carrizo Springs, TX.

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• Mario Velasquez-Velasquez, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, previously convicted for possession of a controlled substance in Indio, CA; sexual battery in Riverside, CA; DUI involving alcohol or drugs in Desert Hot Spring, CA; and obstructing or resisting an officer and possession of a deceptive government ID or driver’s license in Cathedral City, CA.

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• Aleiado Cruz-Cruz, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, previously convicted of criminal sexual contact in the Cumberland County Superior Court New Jersey.

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• Gilberto Zuniga-Sanchez, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, previously convicted of drug trafficking in San Diego, CA.

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• Jose Luis Sappia-Rodriguez, a criminal illegal alien from Uruguay, criminal history includes convictions for breaking and entering, larceny, and possession of burglary tools in Gwinnett County, GA. 

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Source: US Department of Homeland Security

The United States and the Republic of Argentina begin process to boost cooperation between the two nations on vetting travelers to the United States