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The History and Evolution of Homeland Security in the United States: From the Constitution through 9/11 to the Present book cover

1st Edition

The History and Evolution of Homeland Security in the United States From the Constitution through 9/11 to the Present

By Steven M. MacMartin, Aida T. Silva, Isabel Patricia Vázquez, Rodger Lee Werner, Jr. Copyright 2025
326 Pages 36 Color & 4 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

326 Pages 36 Color & 4 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press
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The History and Evolution of Homeland Security in the United States provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the evolution of US Homeland Security, from its early roots to the post-9/11 era. Drawing on their extensive experience as law enforcement professionals, the authors offer a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of this critical field. Students seeking degrees –... Read more

Part 1: 1789 to 9/11  1. Introduction  2. The Evolution of Homeland Security Functions  Part 2: 9/11 and Its Aftermath  3. 9/11  4. Creation of DHS  5. Homeland Security Immediately Following 9/11  Part 3: The Key Players in the Evolving Homeland Security Mission  6. Federal Agencies  7. State and Local Agencies  8. Private Security and Critical Infrastructure Assets  Part 4: Threats to Homeland Security  9. Terrorism  10. Natural and Manmade Disasters  11. Cybersecurity  Part 5: Impact of Homeland Security on Society and Future Trends  12. Immigration and Border Security  13. Balancing Privacy, Security, and Civil Liberties  14. Future of Homeland Security and Conclusion

Biography

Aida Teresa Silva Cruz is a seasoned law enforcement professional with over 25 years of experience in federal service.

Isabel Patricia Vázquez retired in March 2019 from the Office of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) as Chief of the National Emergency Management Division of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Steven MacMartin is Visiting Program Director for the Batchelor of Science degree program in Cybersecurity at Hilbert College in Hamburg, New York.

Rodger Lee Werner, Jr. serves as a Supervisory Special Agent with Homeland Security Investigations.

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