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Under Secretary for Policy at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (@DHSgov) #WeAreDHS

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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
3 years
Today the Cyber Safety Review Board releases the findings of its second review, focused on the activities carried out by a criminal group called Lapsus$. Learn more here ⬇️🧵 https://t.co/jeLxxiw8NX 1/11
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
1 year
Today’s enforcement actions make it clear—the U.S. will not tolerate forced labor in goods entering our markets. The UFLPA is a powerful tool in the fight against forced labor. We urge companies to take responsibility, know their supply chains, and act ethically.
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Homeland Security
1 year
NEW: Today, DHS, on behalf of the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF), announced the addition of 29 companies based in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List – bringing the total number of entities on the UFLPA
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
1 year
Last week, I signed an agreement with @CYFRA_GOV_PL to strengthen collaboration on cybersecurity, AI, and emerging tech. @DHSgov continues to be the key link in protecting critical infrastructure, and we are proud to work alongside Poland to address shared global threats. 🇺🇺🇸🇵🇱
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
1 year
We’re expanding preclearance to Toronto’s @BBishopAirport—enhancing security, cutting wait times, and deepening US-Canada ties. With partners like @usambcanada @Transport_gc and @Safety_Canada, @DHSgov @CBP get results, like delivering a faster, safer experience for travelers.
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
1 year
The U.S. stands with Ukraine in the face of Russia’s unprovoked aggression and against efforts to erase Ukraine’s rich history. DHS is proud to provide extensive support to Ukraine, and we will continue to do so to protect its people and safeguard its independent identity. 🇺🇸🇺🇦
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
1 year
Yesterday, on behalf of @DHSgov, I had the privilege of returning 4 artifacts—stolen from Ukrainian territory and shipped from Russia—to Ukrainian Minister of Culture @Tochytskyi. Thanks to the work by @HSINewYork and @DFONewYork, the artifacts were intercepted and recovered.
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
1 year
Proud to announce the establishment of the Supply Chain Resilience Cooperation Group in partnership with the UK and Australia. This effort, including an early warning system for critical sector supply chains, will enhance our shared economic security.🇺🇸🇬🇧🇦🇺 https://t.co/TwmPAdjdfj
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
Acting Assistant Secretary Adam Hunter recently welcomed Nigeria’s @MinOfInteriorNG Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (@BTOofficial) and his team to discuss our shared national security priorities and best practices in border management. We are grateful for the partnership. 🇺🇸🇳🇬
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@WashingtonAINet
Washington AI Network
2 years
.@DHS_Policy Under Secretary Rob Silvers talks AI and China: “When it comes to AI, #China is in the race. I’m glad to say that the U.S. is in the lead, but it may not always be that way … Whoever has the stronger #AI ecosystem will reap tremendous dividends.” @DHSgov
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
The American people have a partner in the Department of Homeland Security that is looking out for them every day. I appreciated the opportunity to share this message and discuss @DHSgov’s safe and responsible use of AI to meet our mission with @haddadmedia at @WashingtonAINet
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
Proud of Noah Ringler of our Cyber, Infrastructure, Risk & Resilience team who presented at the National Homeland Security Conference (#NHSC2024) on the continued work our team is doing in the cyber and critical infrastructure space. The slide is right! @DHSgov IS taking action.
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ARCHIVED: DHS Deputy Secretary
2 years
Statement regarding recent comments questioning the presence of women in law enforcement: https://t.co/3QdJFqEknP
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ARCHIVED: Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
2 years
Statement regarding recent comments questioning the presence of women in law enforcement: https://t.co/NaTdDM0R85
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
We are committed to expanding our enforcement of the UFLPA to keep goods made with forced labor out of U.S. markets by expanding the UFLPA Entity List, CBP enforcement at our ports, focusing on additional industry sectors, and continued engagement with industry and civil society.
@SecMayorkas
ARCHIVED: Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
2 years
Forced labor is a form of modern slavery, and @DHSgov is committed to eradicating it from our supply chains.
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
Topics included building resilience along our northern border through nature-based solutions and responses to man-made emergencies affecting critical infrastructure.
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
On Tuesday, the U.S.-Canada Emergency Management Consultative Group co-chaired by @DHSgov, @StateDept, @Safety_Canada, and @GAC_Corporate celebrated its 15th anniversary by discussing ongoing and future collaborations.
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
On Monday, @DHS_Policy, alongside our Department components, met with @Transport_gc to boost coordination for northern border emergencies. They focused on preparedness exercises and info-sharing to protect cross-border travel and trade from physical and cyber threats.
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
It’s been a busy week with our Canadian partners, reaffirming our shared commitment to resilience, emergency management, critical infrastructure, & robust cybersecurity along our northern border. Together, we are strengthening our defenses and ensuring both nations' safety 🇺🇸🇨🇦.
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@CTATech
Consumer Tech Association
2 years
Join CTA's @EdBRZA for a conversation with @DHS_Policy Under Secretary Robert Silvers about CTA's latest research on the #UFLPA at the National Press Club on Thursday. Learn more and RSVP: https://t.co/ciNG6Z4OeS
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
Honored to be in Toronto at the #USCanadaSummit speaking on critical security issues facing the US and Canada like cybersecurity & forced labor enforcement. The US-Canada relationship is one of the foundational pillars of North American security. @usembassyottawa @CanEmbUSA 🇺🇸🇨🇦
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Under Secretary Rob Silvers
2 years
Today’s action, which includes entities from within and outside Xinjiang, and from three different industry sectors—footwear, seafood, and aluminum—reaffirms our commitment to robust enforcement of our forced labor laws.
@DHSgov
Homeland Security
2 years
Today, DHS reaffirms its commitment to ensure seafood, aluminum, & shoes produced with forced labor are kept out of global supply chains & out of the U.S. market by adding three new companies to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Entity List: https://t.co/LMjrOISslN
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