George Bush actually said...

I hereby designate the Department of Homeland Security as a defense agency of the United States.

The Secretary shall develop, submit for review to the Homeland Security Council, and administer a National Incident Management System (NIMS)...

We honor this remarkable organization and recognize its proud heritage of service.

It is an honor for me to speak to the men and women who go to work every day and every night to protect our great country.