Trump’s DHS Announces New Firing
The Department of Homeland Security has removed a senior Customs and Border Protection official following an internal investigation into the unauthorized release of sensitive personnel information, according to multiple reports. The decision comes as DHS warns of growing safety concerns for federal immigration enforcement officers.
Sources familiar with the matter say the official was dismissed after investigators concluded that confidential information involving CBP personnel — along with internal operational discussions — had been shared with members of the press. DHS has not publicly identified the individual involved.
Corey Lewandowski, a longtime adviser to President Donald Trump and a key figure in the 2016 campaign, addressed the situation in a public post over the weekend, emphasizing a firm stance against internal misconduct.
“DHS fires CBP official for leaking sensitive personnel information to the press. ALL LEAKERS will be found and fired,” Lewandowski wrote.
The termination reportedly took place on Thursday, February 5, after DHS leadership determined the disclosure posed risks to federal law enforcement personnel. According to department officials, immigration officers have experienced a dramatic rise in harassment and threats in recent years, prompting increased concern over internal security.
A DHS spokesperson described the release of law-enforcement-sensitive information as “dangerously irresponsible,” noting that such actions can expose officers and their families to serious risks. Department officials have repeatedly stressed that protecting personnel identities is critical to maintaining operational integrity and public safety.
The firing also follows political scrutiny from congressional Democrats. In 2025, members of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform questioned Lewandowski’s role within DHS, issuing public statements and correspondence to the Office of Government Ethics regarding his designation as a Special Government Employee and compliance with federal guidelines.
At the same time, DHS has highlighted what it describes as an increase in online targeting and doxing of immigration enforcement personnel. Department officials argue that public dissemination of agents’ identities has contributed to heightened tensions and security concerns, particularly in cities where federal immigration operations have faced intense public attention.
In response, DHS has announced a series of internal reforms aimed at strengthening accountability while safeguarding officers, including expanded use of body cameras and enhanced internal review procedures.
The department’s aggressive posture on leaks aligns with broader efforts under President Trump’s administration to restore discipline across federal agencies. DHS has expanded internal investigations into unauthorized disclosures and, in certain cases, approved additional screening measures to deter future leaks.
Other federal departments have taken similar steps. In 2025, the Department of Defense removed multiple senior officials following an internal inquiry into unauthorized disclosures of sensitive information. Several high-ranking political appointees were placed on administrative leave as investigators reviewed compliance with federal security protocols.
Administration officials have made clear that protecting sensitive government information remains a top priority, signaling that violations of trust will continue to result in swift disciplinary action.
