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United States Department of Homeland Security
The United States Department of Homeland Security is a cabinet department of the United States federal government, created in response to the September 11 attacks, and with the primary responsibilities of protecting the territory of the United States and protectorates from and responding to terrorist attacks, man-made accidents, and natural disasters...
Timeline of Events
2001
10.8.2001
U.S. President George W. Bush announces the establishment of the Office of Homeland Security.
2003
1.24.2003
The United States Department of Homeland Security officially begins operation.
3.1.2003
Management of the United States Customs Service and the United States Secret Service move to the United States Department of Homeland Security.