A Fox News article published on April 29, 2025, highlights aggressive immigration enforcement measures under the Trump administration. The report credits the Department of Homeland Security, led by Secretary Kristi Noem, with initiatives that have resulted in tens of thousands of arrests of illegal immigrants and alleged gang members. From an anti-fascist perspective, this portrayal reinforces harsh, exclusionary policies that marginalize immigrant communities and echo authoritarian practices.

Four international students, represented by the ACLU of Michigan, have filed a lawsuit alleging that DHS unlawfully terminated their F-1 student immigration status without proper notice or explanation. The lawsuit claims that this abrupt action is part of an authoritarian immigration enforcement strategy reminiscent of the Trump-era crackdown, risking detention and deportation for the students.

During an immigration interview in Vermont, DHS agents were involved in detaining a pro-Palestine protester, sparking condemnation from Democratic lawmakers and raising concerns over political repression.

The Trump administration, with the Department of Homeland Security at the helm, failed to comply with a federal court order mandating the continuation of funding for legal representation of unaccompanied immigrant children. This policy decision has left vulnerable minors in immigration courts without adequate legal support, exacerbating the risks faced by these children.

DHS agents detained doctoral student Rümeysa Öztürk on charges of supporting Hamas and transferring her between detention facilities despite a court order, actions which critics argue reflect an authoritarian suppression of political dissent.

The Department of Homeland Security played an active role in enforcing policies that have led to the arrest of international students and other punitive measures at Columbia University, reflecting a broader strategy of political repression under the Trump administration.

The Department of Homeland Security's involvement in controversial deportation flights, where tattoo profiles were used to flag alleged gang affiliations, has raised concerns over due process and discriminatory practices reflecting authoritarian enforcement.

A US judge blocked the expulsion of an Indian researcher detained by DHS after accusations of promoting Hamas propaganda—a move seen by civil liberties advocates as a politically motivated measure aimed at stifling dissent.

A lawsuit filed by the American Federation of Government Employees alleges that the Department of Homeland Security’s decision to strip TSA screeners of their collective bargaining rights is a politically motivated, repressive action aimed at undermining worker rights and silencing dissent.

The Department of Homeland Security has moved to rescind collective bargaining rights for TSA officers, marking a significant rollback in labor protections. This action, driven by top executive directives, reflects an authoritarian approach that undermines both labor rights and democratic accountability.

The Department of Homeland Security has ended collective bargaining for TSA Transportation Security Officers, a move purportedly aimed at increasing workforce efficiency but which undermines union representation and worker rights.

The article reports on a case where ICE, operating under the Department of Homeland Security, detained an organ donor who is crucial for his brother's kidney transplant. The detention, amid the Trump administration’s recent resumption of deportation flights, has raised significant concerns over the agency’s enforcement policies and their humanitarian impact.

The Department of Homeland Security terminated its collective bargaining agreement with the TSA union, a decision that undermines labor rights for approximately 47,000 TSA workers and reflects an authoritarian approach towards worker protections.

DHS officials have been accused of misleading congressional committees about their authority to censor misinformation. The event highlights concerns about misuse of executive power and potential violations of free speech, raising alarms about authoritarian practices within a key federal agency.

A House Committee Hearing detailed on Congress.gov alleges that the Department of Homeland Security is actively engaging in censorship practices, using advanced technologies and executive measures to stifle dissent, an action that reflects authoritarian tendencies.

The Department of Homeland Security has contracted Avelo Airlines to operate deportation flights as part of its immigration enforcement measures. The move, effective from May 12, ties the agency to controversial deportation practices that have sparked petitions and boycott calls, reflecting an alignment with harsh, far‐right immigration policies.