Homeland Security Investigations.
directorate of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 243
What's happening
Active this week
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Federal agents collared suspects in voter fraud cases, while prosecutors buttressed federal claims of fraud.Some support2 reports
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HSI agents searched Omar's home for a criminal investigation while Donald Trump made public accusations against her.Well supported30 reports1 development inside
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DOJ announced charges involving immigrants in Idaho and New York, while HSI investigated voting charges in Florida.Some support3 reports
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Federal agents conducted a search warrant at Ilhan Omar's home on October 13, 2026.Well supported9 reports
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Local office coordinates with federal agency in Lincoln County.Some support1 report
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HSI conducted a criminal investigation into Omar's entry on October 12, 2026.Well supported21 reports2 developments inside
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Homeland Security Investigations is investigating potential J-1 visa fraud at various universities.Some support1 report
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Kathy Hochul is demanding the release of body camera footage.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and ERO conducted an arrest in Keizer, Oregon.Some support1 report
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HSI will lead an investigation with assistance from the FBI, utilizing the resources of the Department of Homeland Security.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Collins cited Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) work to help end an agency shutdown.Some support1 report
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Ilhan Omar is facing targeted harassment, including the presence of undercover agents, and has been advised to return to Somalia.Well supported13 reports2 developments inside
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HSI allegedly leaked details of an operation to Fox News, while political figures discussed past interventions by James Comey.Some support1 report
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HSI agents conducted a search warrant in D.C. while JD Vance signaled an investigation.Some support186 reports
Earlier this month
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DEA, HSI, and ICE are collaborating on major operations under new directives from the White House.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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HSI is linked to Trump's immigration crackdown, while a city council expresses concern over federal policies.Some support4 reports
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Agents from Homeland Security Investigations encountered a person in Manhattan on October 8.Some support4 reports
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HSI assisted local law enforcement in Fort Worth regarding an Afghan national residing in the city.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted a federal investigation into the company ENETEC S.A.Some support1 report
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The administration is using Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) to pursue claims of widespread voter fraud in the country, while ProPublica investigates this process.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) investigated non-profits regarding voter registration.Some support1 report
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Trump administration used HSI and ICE for welfare checks.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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ICE integrates data from HSI and ERO using MuleSoft for core operational integration.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations is currently investigating election fraud cases in the state of Pennsylvania.Some support1 report1 development inside
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HSI arrested a Russian national at Heathrow Airport following an investigation into a company controlled via a Cyprus holding.Some support1 report
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Trump signed a bill funding immigration enforcement, while a committee advanced legislation to fund DHS, including resources for ICE.Well supported10 reports
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Homeland Security Investigations issued an Information Preservation instruction to the WordPress platform in 2016.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations is involved in a joint operation targeting human smuggling networks that utilize international routes between two countries.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is conducting targeted operations in suburban courthouses and enforcing strategy in major urban centers.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Homeland Security Investigations is investigating alleged voter fraud cases in New Jersey, where a citizen was accused of illegal voting.Some support3 reports
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The Trump administration launched an investigation into election fraud involving Homeland Security Investigations.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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An individual born in Haiti who moved to Miami-Dade County is currently under investigation by Homeland Security Investigations regarding election law violations.Some support1 report
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DOJ and HSI collaborated on the indictment of Trent McCotter regarding an election integrity failure.Some support1 report
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A DoorDash driver and an ICE officer were shot in Austin, Texas, on September 20, 2026.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a shooting incident in the area, with ties to Maryland and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is leading an investigation in Austin, Texas, alongside several unrelated news items.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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An incident occurred in Austin, Texas, involving Homeland Security Investigations and Texas DPS, prompting mutual assistance for pursuit.Some support4 reports
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HSIs are conducting a coordinated operation in Indian River County targeting human trafficking and illegal sexual activity.Some support1 report
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Federal agencies filed charges in Tarrant County regarding issues of federal election eligibility.Some support2 reports
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City policy in Cambridge limits hiring of former federal agents.Some support1 report
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HSI agents have been deployed to multiple states, including Connecticut, Georgia, New York, Missouri, Nevada, and California, as part of a larger investigation overseen by DHS.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted an operation in Georgia on August 19, 2026.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Markwayne Mullin pledges to push Trump's voter fraud effort, as Trump marshals the federal government for fraud claims.Well supported5 reports
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Homeland Security Investigations is working with USDOT to investigate suspected fraudulent driver training schools.Well supported6 reports
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Homeland Security Investigations is investigating sexual abuse related crimes in Baldwin County.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations launched a task force in Memphis involving coordination between local and federal agencies to address crime.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Federal agents raided the Hyundai megasite in Bryan County, a development that Lee Jae Myung condemned, noting the impact on Korean investment.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Homeland Security Investigations conducted a raid at a Hyundai battery plant site.Some support1 report
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DOJ repurposes HSI to hunt non-citizens, focusing on illegal alien Katya Rodriguez in Harrisburg.Some support2 reports
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DHS utilizes HSI to investigate election fraud in Ohio, while ProPublica examines HSI's changing priorities.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Homeland Security Investigations is providing investigative assistance in a sexual exploitation case in Palm Beach Gardens.Some support1 report
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HSI launches a coordinated criminal voter fraud surge initiative, alongside an executive order expanding the postal service's verification role.Some support2 reports
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DHS assigns HSI agents to voter fraud investigations and uses the SAVE system to check voter rolls under Donald Trump's direction.Well supported19 reports3 developments inside
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HSI investigations into groups including AFL-CIO are underway in Minneapolis following Charlie Kirk's assassination, with White House statements issued.Some support1 report
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Sterling represents Georgia Secretary of State's Office while Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) investigates alleged voter fraud in Georgia.Some support2 reports
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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is targeting multiple states, including Connecticut and Georgia, in a cleanup operation related to fraud.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Homeland Security Investigations is participating in an NFDC investigation into fraud in Alabama.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is involved in city security preparations for the convention announced in Dallas, Texas.Some support3 reports
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HSI and Injustice Watch are involved in an investigation concerning an individual who fled violence and had a DUI arrest spanning Illinois and Alabama.Some support2 reports
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A case involving Homeland Security Investigations was prosecuted under the Project Safe Childhood initiative, and the family was returned to the North Country.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Homeland Security Investigations
Events traced to Homeland Security Investigations, step by step, newest first- HSI investigates Ilhan Omar amid fraud and immigration allegationsHSI conducts criminal investigation into Ilhan Omar's fraud allegationsLikely
- HSI may face increased workload pursuing immigration fraud casesHSI may face increased workload pursuing immigration fraud casesLikely
- HSI's authority could be eliminated by DHS abolition billHSI's authority could be eliminated if DHS is replaced by a new departmentPossible
- Trump rhetoric may increase HSI's focus on immigration enforcementPolitical pressure over mass amnesty may intensify HSI's enforcement focusLikely
- New drug import rules may increase HSI's focus on smugglingNew drug import rules may increase HSI's focus on smuggling and customs violationsLikely
- Illegal puppy sales from Europe may increase HSI's investigative workloadHSI may face increased workload investigating illegal puppy sales from Europe.Possible
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- New DHS enforcement push increases investigative workload for HSIIncreased enforcement push drives up investigative workload for HSILikely
- How does the operational incident involving an ICE agent in New Jersey affect Homeland Security Investigations?ICE agent injured after being hit by fleeing vehicle during arrest attemptReported
Explainers that pass through Homeland Security Investigations
Homeland Security Investigations is a step on the way to someone else- How could the administration's anti-fraud directive affect the department's legal enforcement?Increased anti-fraud focus may intensify legal pressure on immigration lawyersLikely
- ICE enforcement may reduce tax contributions to MedicareMedicare funding could face pressure as ICE enforcement reduces undocumented worker tax contributionsPossible
- DHS enforcement near Fresno may strain Amazon's local labor supplyDHS enforcement near Fresno may strain Amazon's local labor supplyPossible
- CoreCivic may benefit from aggressive immigration enforcementCoreCivic may see increased demand for detention services amid aggressive immigration pushLikely
Around Homeland Security Investigations this week
News at the entities that move Homeland Security Investigations most-
Donald Trump StructuralMarco Rubio addressed the Starshield speed slowdown, and Margaret Brennan discussed Donald Trump's endorsement of Turner.Moves Homeland Security Investigations
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Markwayne Mullin StructuralDOJ is weighing an appeal after judges blocked access, while Markwayne Mullin stated noncitizens face fines and prison.Moves Homeland Security Investigations
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DHS StructuralICE raids are causing labor shortages and halting construction projects in South Texas.Moves Homeland Security Investigations
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department StructuralCongress enacted a federal ban on home distilling, which is now under review by the Supreme Court.Moves Homeland Security Investigations
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Drug Enforcement Administration OperationalAn Executive Order is intended to fast-track marijuana rescheduling, impacting DEA efforts in the Canadian market.Moves Homeland Security Investigations
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Texas Department of Public Safety OperationalThe Texas Department of Public Safety manages the voter registration portal and operates under state law.Moves Homeland Security Investigations
Connections
The 40 strongest of 243, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Marcos Charles Structural
Marcos Charles serves as the acting executive associate director for Homeland Security Investigations.
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Markwayne Mullin Structural
Markwayne Mullin serves as the Homeland Security Secretary, holding executive authority and directing the policy and operations of HSI.
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DHS Structural
HSI functions as the investigative arm and directorate operating under the formal authority and oversight of DHS.
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Omar Operational
Homeland Security Investigations is actively conducting criminal and immigration investigations and raids against Omar.
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Drug Enforcement Administration Operational
HSI and DEA actively cooperate, conducting joint investigations into narcotics and corruption schemes.
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Sunrise Movement Operational
HSI actively monitors, tracks, and conducts surveillance and investigations into the activities and finances of the Sunrise Movement.
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Ilhan Omar Transactional
Homeland Security Investigations is conducting a criminal investigation into Ilhan Omar regarding immigration and fraud, involving searches and raids.
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Donald Trump Structural
HSI's operational focus and mandates are directly driven by the policies and political agenda of Donald Trump.
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Massachusetts Operational
HSI actively conducts investigations and tracks criminal activity within Massachusetts, engaging in functional interaction with state authorities.
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Kirk Watson Operational
Kirk Watson publicly criticizes HSI's handling of incidents and advocates for increased involvement of city police in investigations.
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Texas Department of Public Safety Operational
DPS shares data and cooperates operationally with HSI for law enforcement and immigration purposes.
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FBI Operational
HSI and FBI actively collaborate on investigations, with HSI frequently taking the lead role and FBI providing assistance.
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DoorDash Operational
HSI agents engage in high-risk, direct operational encounters and conflict with DoorDash drivers during work duties.
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department Structural
HSI operates under the mandate, regulatory oversight, and authorization of the Department of Justice.
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Homeland Security Investigations is a formal investigative component operating within the structure of the Department of Homeland Security.
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Clearview AI Structural
HSI utilizes Clearview AI's technology for facial recognition searches as part of its operational capacity.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Structural
HSI leads investigations and utilizes assistance and cooperation from the FBI.
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ICE Structural
HSI functions as a specialized unit operating under the direction and mandate of the broader ICE structure.
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CMS Operational
CMS patient data is shared with HSI, the body of immigration officials, for investigative purposes, though the sharing is noted as improper.
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Cruz Garcia Operational
Cruz Garcia was involved in an incident where he assaulted an ICE agent during an investigation conducted by HSI.
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Cuba Operational
HSI actively investigates and enforces U.S. sanctions and federal export laws against Cuba's trade activities.
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James Percival Structural
HSI operates under the functional leadership of James Percival, who serves as DHS General Counsel.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Operational
The agencies actively collaborate on border security, sharing investigative responsibilities and conducting joint operations.
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Percival Structural
Percival functions as the DHS General Counsel, providing legal oversight and guidance for the operations of Homeland Security Investigations.
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Democracy Forward Transactional
Democracy Forward obtains and utilizes investigative reports generated by Homeland Security Investigations via records requests and FOIA.
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ERO Operational
Homeland Security Investigations is actively investigating ERO, resulting in data integration and arrests.
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Ayuda Operational
Homeland Security Investigations is actively investigating Ayuda's operations and applying government pressure regarding migrant children cases.
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Trent McCotter Operational
Homeland Security Investigations and Trent McCotter engaged in direct operational collaboration regarding a legal indictment and joint public briefing.
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Connecticut Operational
HSI actively deploys agents and targets individuals and data within Connecticut as part of fraud cleanup efforts.
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House Structural
The House provides legislative funding and support to Homeland Security Investigations and related agencies.
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Angie Nixon Operational
Angie Nixon publicly criticizes Homeland Security Investigations' operational decisions regarding immigration and resulting outcomes.
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Miles Taylor Operational
Miles Taylor issues warnings regarding the operational readiness and deployment of agents within the organization.
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WordPress Structural
Homeland Security Investigations issued an information preservation instruction to the WordPress platform.
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senate Structural
The Senate exercises legislative oversight and controls funding for ICE, a component of HSI.
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Kathy Hochul Operational
Homeland Security Investigations provides intelligence briefings to Governor Hochul, who also directs investigative actions.
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LexisNexis Structural
Homeland Security Investigations relies on LexisNexis for access to necessary investigative data and information.
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MuleSoft Structural
ICE, related to HSI, uses MuleSoft as a core integration layer for its operations.
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Venezuela Operational
Homeland Security Investigations conducts active enforcement actions against individuals from Venezuela.
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Dominican Republic Operational
Homeland Security Investigations and related agencies conduct targeted enforcement operations against individuals from the Dominican Republic.
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Greg Casar Operational
Greg Casar is publicly advocating for an independent inquiry into the operational scope and activities of Homeland Security Investigations.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
17 events- Federal agents collared suspects in voter fraud cases, while prosecutors buttressed federal claims of fraud.
- HSI agents searched Omar's home for a criminal investigation while Donald Trump made public accusations against her.
- DOJ announced charges involving immigrants in Idaho and New York, while HSI investigated voting charges in Florida.
- Federal agents conducted a search warrant at Ilhan Omar's home on October 13, 2026.
- Local office coordinates with federal agency in Lincoln County.
- HSI conducted a criminal investigation into Omar's entry on October 12, 2026.
- Homeland Security Investigations is investigating potential J-1 visa fraud at various universities.
- Kathy Hochul is demanding the release of body camera footage.
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and ERO conducted an arrest in Keizer, Oregon.
- Collins cited Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) work to help end an agency shutdown.
- HSI allegedly leaked details of an operation to Fox News, while political figures discussed past interventions by James Comey.
- HSI agents conducted a search warrant in D.C. while JD Vance signaled an investigation.
- Agents from Homeland Security Investigations encountered a person in Manhattan on October 8.
- HSI assisted local law enforcement in Fort Worth regarding an Afghan national residing in the city.
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted a federal investigation into the company ENETEC S.A.
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) investigated non-profits regarding voter registration.
- ICE integrates data from HSI and ERO using MuleSoft for core operational integration.
September 2026
26 events- HSI will lead an investigation with assistance from the FBI, utilizing the resources of the Department of Homeland Security.
- HSI is linked to Trump's immigration crackdown, while a city council expresses concern over federal policies.
- Homeland Security Investigations is currently investigating election fraud cases in the state of Pennsylvania.
- HSI arrested a Russian national at Heathrow Airport following an investigation into a company controlled via a Cyprus holding.
- Homeland Security Investigations issued an Information Preservation instruction to the WordPress platform in 2016.
- Homeland Security Investigations is involved in a joint operation targeting human smuggling networks that utilize international routes between two countries.
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is conducting targeted operations in suburban courthouses and enforcing strategy in major urban centers.
- Homeland Security Investigations is investigating alleged voter fraud cases in New Jersey, where a citizen was accused of illegal voting.
- An individual born in Haiti who moved to Miami-Dade County is currently under investigation by Homeland Security Investigations regarding election law violations.
- DOJ and HSI collaborated on the indictment of Trent McCotter regarding an election integrity failure.
- A DoorDash driver and an ICE officer were shot in Austin, Texas, on September 20, 2026.
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is leading an investigation in Austin, Texas, alongside several unrelated news items.
- An incident occurred in Austin, Texas, involving Homeland Security Investigations and Texas DPS, prompting mutual assistance for pursuit.
- HSIs are conducting a coordinated operation in Indian River County targeting human trafficking and illegal sexual activity.
- Federal agencies filed charges in Tarrant County regarding issues of federal election eligibility.
- City policy in Cambridge limits hiring of former federal agents.
- HSI agents have been deployed to multiple states, including Connecticut, Georgia, New York, Missouri, Nevada, and California, as part of a larger investigation overseen by DHS.
- Homeland Security Investigations is investigating sexual abuse related crimes in Baldwin County.
- Federal agents raided the Hyundai megasite in Bryan County, a development that Lee Jae Myung condemned, noting the impact on Korean investment.
- Homeland Security Investigations conducted a raid at a Hyundai battery plant site.
- DOJ repurposes HSI to hunt non-citizens, focusing on illegal alien Katya Rodriguez in Harrisburg.
- Homeland Security Investigations is providing investigative assistance in a sexual exploitation case in Palm Beach Gardens.
- HSI launches a coordinated criminal voter fraud surge initiative, alongside an executive order expanding the postal service's verification role.
- HSI investigations into groups including AFL-CIO are underway in Minneapolis following Charlie Kirk's assassination, with White House statements issued.
- Sterling represents Georgia Secretary of State's Office while Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) investigates alleged voter fraud in Georgia.
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is targeting multiple states, including Connecticut and Georgia, in a cleanup operation related to fraud.
August 2026
12 events- Ilhan Omar is facing targeted harassment, including the presence of undercover agents, and has been advised to return to Somalia.
- The administration is using Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) to pursue claims of widespread voter fraud in the country, while ProPublica investigates this process.
- The Trump administration launched an investigation into election fraud involving Homeland Security Investigations.
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted an operation in Georgia on August 19, 2026.
- Markwayne Mullin pledges to push Trump's voter fraud effort, as Trump marshals the federal government for fraud claims.
- Homeland Security Investigations launched a task force in Memphis involving coordination between local and federal agencies to address crime.
- DHS utilizes HSI to investigate election fraud in Ohio, while ProPublica examines HSI's changing priorities.
- DHS assigns HSI agents to voter fraud investigations and uses the SAVE system to check voter rolls under Donald Trump's direction.
- Homeland Security Investigations is participating in an NFDC investigation into fraud in Alabama.
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is involved in city security preparations for the convention announced in Dallas, Texas.
- HSI and Injustice Watch are involved in an investigation concerning an individual who fled violence and had a DUI arrest spanning Illinois and Alabama.
- A case involving Homeland Security Investigations was prosecuted under the Project Safe Childhood initiative, and the family was returned to the North Country.
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July 2026
2 eventsJune 2026
3 events- Trump administration used HSI and ICE for welfare checks.
- Trump signed a bill funding immigration enforcement, while a committee advanced legislation to fund DHS, including resources for ICE.
- The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a shooting incident in the area, with ties to Maryland and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).