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DHS

American  
DHS British  

abbreviation

  1. (in Canada) district high school

  2. (in the US) Department of Homeland Security

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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In an email responding to questions to her, DHS said Honey’s “expertise in election administration” was “invaluable to the Department’s efforts to protect critical infrastructure.”

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

In its statement, DHS denied HSI has neglected its core mission, saying the agency has increased its efforts to combat criminal cartels, gangs and drug traffickers in response to multiple Trump executive orders.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

"Every decision is made with careful consideration and appropriately reviewed to ensure that any technology ICE utilizes is consistent with all applicable law enforcement policies and standards," DHS said in a statement.

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

A no-bid purchase contract could be published as early as Friday, DHS said.

From BBC Aug. 12, 2026

There were five comfortable chairs around the table, each with a comfortable person, all in DHS uniform.

From Little Brother by Cory Doctorow

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