Border security

DHS’ Outer Ring Of Border Security: Pushing Homeland Security Beyond US Borders

Through the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the United States learned the vital lesson that the nation cannot wait until a terrorist act has happened to take act. Consequently, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has implemented a number of international programs, including the visa security program and preclearance operations, to catch threats early on while facilitating travel. 

On Tuesday, the House Committee on Homeland Security’s Subcommittee on Border and Maritime Security held a hearing to assess whether DHS’ programs have been effective in mitigating threats to the homeland, particularly suspected terrorists and foreign fighters.