I ask that Congress and TSA show their appreciation for TSOs' contribution to our Nation's security by guaranteeing fair treatment on the job.
Bennie Thompson
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Bennie Gordon Thompson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Mississippi's 2nd congressional district since 1993. A member of the Democratic Party, Thompson has been a prominent voice in Congress on issues related to homeland security, having served as the Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on various aspects of national security and has been an advocate for addressing threats posed by terrorism and drug cartels.
Make no mistake: Privatization through the Screening Partnership Program takes us back to pre-9/11 conditions.
We need to get more of them to do that so they are prepared for something like that.
This is unacceptable. I hope to hear from our witnesses today about their experiences with the Red Cross after Harvey.
FEMA's mission is supposed to be helping people before, during, and after disasters.
When we take money out of our general fund, we are taking money out of the required reserve.
Now that the Consolidated Appropriations Act for fiscal year (FY) 2018 has been signed into law, we urge you to take decisive action without delay to ensure small and seasonal businesses in our states can get the workers necessary for a…
Rep. Bennie G. Thompson demands election security hearings after Homeland Security Chairman backtracks.
The Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program is a key part of our National approach to secure Federal networks.
As Democratic Members, we stand ready to work in bipartisan manner to help stop acts of domestic terror and uphold the ideals that truly make America great.
We look forward to a hearing on this critical issue when we return in September.
That is not the kind of leadership the people of Puerto Rico or any American affected by disasters expect or deserve.
So while I am pleased the committee is finally holding this important hearing, to say it is long overdue would be an understatement.
I am not sure when it becomes acceptable to be dismissive of an official representing an American city devastated by a natural disaster.
I must urge USACE in the strongest terms to maintain the intensity of effort; to extend contracts as required...
As of March 15, 2018, approximately 93 percent of the customers on the island that were able to receive power before the storm now have electrical power.
Next week marks 6 months since Hurricane Maria made landfall on Puerto Rico, sending the island into darkness and changing life for nearly 3.3 million Americans.
I would ask unanimous consent to submit for the record a letter written by the Governor of the Virgin Islands on February 14, 2018 requesting an extension of debris removal, 100 percent Federal cost share and a March 13 letter from Ranking…
I am not sure when it became acceptable to be dismissive of an official representing an American city devastated by a natural disaster.
Vladimir Putin's cyber hackers continue to pose a threat to our election infrastructure and that the 2018 elections are a target.
Recruiting and retaining a qualified cybersecurity workforce at the Department of Homeland Security is a National security imperative.
I was pleased to hear you acknowledge that school security is a homeland security issue.
Action on the Demings legislation is necessary, given that the President recently expressed support for Federal funding to be provided to cover firearms training for K-12 educators.





