Jeh Johnson

Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson Offers ‘Fresh Start’ With Controversial Deportation Program

Steve Neavling ticklethewire.com In yet another sign that the Obama administration is planning to revise its immigration-enforcement priorities, Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson said a controversial deportation program needs a “fresh start,” the Washington Post reports. Johnson said the program, Secure Communities, needs some revision but should not be scrapped. The program, which started during…

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President Obama Praises Newly Confirmed Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson

Steve Neavling ticklethewire.com President Obama lauded new Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson as “a strong leader” who will “play a leading role in our efforts to protect the homeland against terrorist attacks.” The statement follows Monday’s Senate confirmation of Johnson, a former general counsel at the Pentagon. The president’s full statement: “I am pleased the…

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Homeland Security Nominee Faces Tough Questions During Hearing

Steve Neavling ticklethewire.com Jeh Johnson is about to be in the crosshairs of combative Republican senators. President Obama’s pick for Homeland Security secretary will soon face a confirmation hearing in which he’ll likely be grilled over his role in drone strikes, the National Journal reports. Johnson also faces tough questions about immigration, terrorism and Guantanamo…

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Janet Napolitano’s Leadership at Homeland Security Expires at End of Today

Steve Neavling ticklethewire.com Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, who served longer than either of her two predecessors, will step down at the end of today to become the first female president of the University of California. “It’s challenging; it’s very rewarding. Because the things you do really impact human lives,” she said in an interview…

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