Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández criticized the S. 2 – Secure America Act for increasing funding to immigration agencies without implementing accountability reforms. The bill allocates $70 billion over three years to ICE and CBP using an expedited legislative process.
The Secure America Act proposes multi-year funding for key border enforcement agencies amid partisan disagreement in Congress. Supporters argue it strengthens national security while critics continue their opposition as debate moves from Senate passage toward a vote in the House.
ICE has published its first annual data reports for the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement Office (VOICE) and the Department’s Victim Information and Notification Exchange (DHS VINE). The findings highlight increased engagement with crime victims seeking updates on immigration-related cases.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced new details about how its CTPAT program helps small businesses strengthen supply chain security while streamlining trade operations. Officials say more than 70 percent of current participants are small firms benefiting from reduced inspections and faster processing.
Steve Cortes opposed media coverage surrounding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to bring his children on an official trip commemorating D-Day.
League of American Workers President Steve Cortes opposed bipartisan congressional approval for additional aid to Ukraine, questioning both fiscal responsibility and oversight.
League of American Workers President Steve Cortes opposed new U.S. aid for Ukraine after House passage of the Ukraine Support Act.
President Biden has signed two congressional bills into law addressing esophageal cancer awareness and veterans’ medical facilities in St. Louis, Missouri.
Pablo José Hernández Rivera will deliver remarks focused on public integrity during Cayey’s upcoming ELA Constitution anniversary event. Local officials highlight educational opportunities tied to this annual commemoration.
Puerto Rico’s Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández has announced over $13 million in FEMA funding dedicated to reconstruction efforts following recent natural disasters. The funds will support infrastructure repairs across several municipalities impacted by hurricanes and earthquakes.