In her first address to staff as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Kristi Noem delivered an impassioned and heartfelt speech on Tuesday, outlining her vision for the department’s role in safeguarding the American people.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s stepped-up arrests continued Tuesday, with newly sworn-in Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem personally taking part in an operation targeting New York City. The New York operation Tuesday morning was part of a broader pattern of highly publicized ICE arrests starting last week targeting “sanctuary cities” that have passed local policies limiting cooperation with federal deportation efforts.

Secretary Kristi Noem delivered her first address to Department of Homeland Security staff, emphasizing her commitment to safeguarding the nation. In her speech, she spoke of the important work ahead.