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Former DHS Secretaries advocate for new public safety agency

The Hill · September 11, 2026Original source ↗

Former DHS Secretaries advocate for new public safety agency

What happened

Former heads of the Department of Homeland Security, Michael Chertoff and Jeh Johnson, expressed support for the creation of a new public safety agency during a joint interview with NBC News. This call for action coincided with the anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

Why it matters

The establishment of a new public safety agency could impact national security and emergency response protocols.

How this story affects people

How does this story affect you if you are involved in national security or emergency response planning?

The proposed new public safety agency could lead to changes in protocols and strategies for managing crises and threats. This shift may directly impact how resources are allocated and how agencies coordinate during emergencies.

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