#TrumpAdministration

Trump taps border hawk to head DHS. Will Noem’s ‘enthusiasm’ extend to digital domain?

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November 23, 2024 at 12:49PM President-elect Donald Trump nominated South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary, emphasizing her hardline immigration policies. Noem’s cybersecurity background will be tested amidst rising threats. Critics worry CISA may shift focus away from disinformation and election security under her leadership, while she promotes state-led cybersecurity initiatives. ### Meeting … Read more

Jen Easterly, CISA Director, to Step Down on Inauguration Day

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November 18, 2024 at 03:56PM Jen Easterly, director of CISA, will resign on Inauguration Day as part of a transition to a Trump administration. During her tenure, she addressed significant cybersecurity incidents, including the Colonial Pipeline attack, and implemented new initiatives. Future plans for CISA remain uncertain amid calls from Republicans for mission restrictions. ### … Read more

America First Policy Institute, a Group Advising Trump, Says Its Systems Were Breached

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October 14, 2024 at 09:15AM The America First Policy Institute, a group preparing for a potential Donald Trump administration, reported that its computer systems were breached. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Organization Involved:** America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is a group laying the groundwork for a potential future Donald Trump administration. 2. **Security Incident:** AFPI reported that … Read more