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Homeland Security

1 British  

noun

  1. the United States Department of Homeland Security, the body responsible for dealing with terrorist threats on American soil

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homeland security 2 British  

noun

  1. precautions taken by the government of a specified country against terrorist attacks

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But after Homeland Security’s hijacking of Capra’s message, I made time to watch the entire film, which I’ve seen at least 10 times, before its customary airing on NBC.

From Los Angeles Times

McLaughlin, the Homeland Security spokesperson, said that on Nov. 17 “an activist” judge ordered Benjamin’s release.

From Los Angeles Times

CBS News had sought—and received—responses from the Department of Homeland Security, the White House and the State Department, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal

Over the weekend, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed that the U.S. had intercepted an oil tanker that was last docked in Venezuela.

From Barron's

Homeland Security billed the increased payment a “limited time offer” as part of a holiday season campaign aimed at accelerating removals.

From The Wall Street Journal