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DHS Faces Funding Gaps and Leadership Crisis Amid Iran War

3/6/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is functioning amid the Iran war with incomplete funding and a leadership vacancy, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s dismissal of Kristi Noem from her position.
DHS, established post-9/11, plays a crucial role in threat detection.
Major Garrett of CBS News reports on these developments, including DHS's status amid funding gaps and a leadership vacancy.

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Story summary

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is functioning amid the Iran war with incomplete funding and a leadership vacancy, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s dismissal of Kristi Noem from her position.
DHS, established post-9/11, plays a crucial role in threat detection.
Major Garrett of CBS News reports on these developments, including DHS's status amid funding gaps and a leadership vacancy.