NEW: FBI Director Wray and DHS Secretary Mayorkas have just refused to testify before the Senate regarding threats to our national security, border vulnerabilities.

Committee Chairman Gary Peters said Mayorkas and Wray's refusal to appear is a "shocking departure" from the 15-year tradition of holding the annual hearing on worldwide threats. In a statement to Fox News Digital, the FBI argued that Wray and other officials have already "testified extensively" in public about threats facing the U.S., and that the bureau "has repeatedly demonstrated our commitment to responding to Congressional oversight and being transparent with the American people."

Read more: https://trib.al/fjCnDGs

A new bill presented Monday in the U.S. House of Representatives by Reps. Laurel Lee (R-FL) and Hank Johnson (D-GA) is designed to combat the massive increase in reported sex crimes committed by inmates against federal corrections officers.

https://lawenforcementtoday.com/house-introduces-prison-staff-safety-enhancement-act-to-protect-federal-corrections-officers-from-inmate-sexual-assault

10/23 – 10/31
CBP officers at the Nogales POE seized about 1.2 million fentanyl pills, 10 lbs fentanyl  powder, 193 lbs meth, and 6.9 lbs heroin in 8 events. Concealment included a muffler, tire, doors and panels.

Port Director Michael W. Humphries

NEW: Denver’s sanctuary city mayor suggests he will station Denver police at the county line to physically block Trump’s ICE from entering, and he believes tens of thousands of Denver residents would also block ICE in a “Tiananmen Square” moment.

https://denverite.com/2024/11/20/denver-immigration-policies-donald-trump/

ICYMI: I can’t believe this is Trump’s new Press Secretary

Elon Musk

DEVELOPING!
We’ve been informed through multiple reports of a tragic incident where 3 motor officers in Palm Beach, FL have been run over. We will update as soon as we have confirmed accurate information.

We are asking for all prayers for these officers as their status appears to be critical. 🙏🏽

BREAKING! Trump Attorney General pick Matt Gaetz says he’s withdrawing.

"I had excellent meetings with Senators yesterday.  I appreciate their thoughtful feedback - and the incredible support of so many.  While the momentum was strong, it is clear that my confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction to the critical work of the Trump/Vance Transition.  There is no time to waste on a needlessly protracted Washington scuffle, thus I'll be withdrawing my name from consideration to serve as Attorney General.  Trump's DOJ must be in place and ready on Day 1. 

I remain fully committed to see that Donald J. Trump is the most successful President in history.  I will forever be honored that President Trump nominated me to lead the Department of Justice and I'm certain he will Save America."

Matt Gaetz

Within the last 72 hours, USBP agents arrested 3 previously convicted sex offenders attempting to cross the southwest border. All had one thing in common, prior convictions for heinous crimes against children, including sexual abuse, rape, & aggravated sexual battery. Our agents continue to keep our communities safe.

DYK, in the last 51 days, the southern border has already arrested 20 sex offenders? Border security matters.

Chief Jason Owens

Great safety reminder from the Jackson County Arkansas Sheriff and
NHTSA:

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is partnering with NHTSA to remind everyone that seat belts save lives! Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time. Buckling up is your best defense against injury or death in a crash.

NEW: Los Angeles city Controller Kenneth Mejia reported that the city failed to spend nearly half of the $1.3 billion budgeted for homelessness in 2023-24.

Keep Your Eyes Open When Driving! 👀

Earlier this morning, the CHP responded to a “minor injury collision” on McHenry Ave. According to the CHP, “The driver of this sedan said, in essence, they never saw the tractor and its implement.

The California Highway Patrol would like to remind all motorists to be aware of their surroundings, always directing your eyes down the road.

209 Times

Raw footage provided by South.Bay.Responders shows a fatal vehicle accident last night on Palos Verdes Blvd / Via Monte de Oro in Redondo Beach. The vehicle burst into flames after crashing and sadly claimed the life of the driver. Investigation ongoing.

🎥 @south.bay.responders IG

NEW: special prosecutor that got Smollett convicted responds to  overturned conviction

“Make no mistake - today’s ruling has nothing to do with Mr. Smollett’s innocence. The IL Supreme Court did not find any error with the overwhelming evidence presented at trial…”

Matt Finn

Please keep the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office family in your thoughts and prayers. 🙏🏽

Florida: Two Palm Beach County Sheriff’s deputies were killed after they were struck by a vehicle near Loxahatchee, while a third deputy was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

According to the PBSO, the incident happened at the 18000 block of Southern Boulevard, Thursday morning.

The three deputies, the sheriff’s office said, were riding their department-issued motorcycles when they were struck by an SUV.

The deputies’ identities have not been released.
No arrests have been made.

The Florida Highway Patrol has since taken over the investigation.

https://wsvn.com/news/local/florida/2-deputies-dead-1-hospitalized-after-being-struck-by-vehicle-in-palm-beach-county/

On Nov. 19, ERO Buffalo, Syracuse Sub-Office arrested a 40-year-old unlawfully present citizen of the Dominican Republic with an active warrant in his home country for the crime of homicide. He is detained in ICE custody pending removal proceedings.

#PublicSafety #EROBUF

ERO Buffalo

Congratulations to the graduates of the 147th Trooper Recruit School!

Michigan State Police

Welcome to the family! 💙

Does the president have the right to ‘hire and fire’ whomever he pleases?

https://lauraingraham.com