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CBP Needs to Improve Customer Service at Ports of Entry

Comments to Customs and Border Protection at land ports of entry indicate many people entering the United States find CBP employee conduct to be distasteful.

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Comey’s Catch-22 Election Decision

Some are criticizing FBI Director James Comey's announcement of new e-mails that could have been relevant to the investigation into Hillary Clinton. They call it political meddling. I call it leadership.

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DHS Needs a Risk Expert as its Next Secretary

The DHS mandate is fundamentally about risk, and in looking for the next DHS Secretary, we should consider someone with a risk-focused background. Something like an insurance expert.

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After Fugate, Prospects for FEMA’s Top Job – Part 2

Natural disasters like Hurricane Matthew are a reminder of why selecting the right person to serve as the next FEMA administrator is so important.

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After Fugate, Prospects for FEMA’s Top Job – Part 1

One of DHS' most important and public facing jobs is that of FEMA Administrator. Here are some people to consider for the job in the next administration.

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Lawsuits, TSA, Highway Deaths and Math Homework

The Competitive Enterprise Institute has filed a lawsuit in federal court because TSA didn’t do its math homework.

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After Chelsea, New Jersey Bombs, Beware and Be Ready

After the bombings this past weekend, there is one simple message we need to heed: “Soft Targets Beware, and Be Ready.”

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Critical Skills for the Next DHS Secretary

The fifth DHS Secretary will have their hands full with a job that has more critics than friends. Here are the top skills the next Homeland Security Secretary will need.

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The Presidential Debate – National Security Questions I Want Asked

Nothing can change the dynamics of a presidential race faster than a debate performance. With the first debate approaching, what will the nominees have to say about national security?

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Who Will be the Next DHS Secretary? Part 3 – Bipartisan Picks

There are few people in America who haven't taken a side in the ongoing presidential contest, but when it comes to the next Homeland Security Secretary, here are some individuals who could be considered for either a Clinton or...

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