WASHINGTON, D.C. February 19, 2026 – Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem delivered a direct message to Americans today, framing the upcoming political decisions as a clear referendum on border security, public safety, and economic relief.
In a video clip shared by the official White House Rapid Response account (@RapidResponse47), Secretary Noem stated:
“Americans are going to have a choice coming up here. They can choose the Democrats’ mass migration and infiltration of criminals… Or they can continue to choose President Trump, who is making our country safe again, making it more affordable for families to get into homes, and to buy their groceries, and put gas in their car. He’s giving them safety back in their communities and that’s what the Department of Homeland Security does every single day.”
The remarks come as the Trump administration highlights record achievements in border enforcement. Recent Department of Homeland Security updates report dramatic declines in illegal crossings, including an 84% drop in encounters, gotaways, rescues, criminal arrests, and assaults on agents in early fiscal year 2026 compared to the prior year. Officials credit policies such as expanded detentions, cooperation with state leaders, and ending catch-and-release practices for restoring what they describe as the most secure southern border in U.S. history.
Secretary Noem, who assumed her role in January 2025, has been actively touring both the southern and northern borders in recent weeks to underscore these gains. Her comments position the Department of Homeland Security as central to delivering on President Trump’s promises of safety and affordability for American families.
The White House Rapid Response post has already garnered significant engagement, reflecting ongoing national debate over immigration enforcement as midterm elections approach later this year.
Life News Agency will continue to monitor developments from the Department of Homeland Security and the Trump administration on these critical issues.
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