GAO Report on U.S. Maritime Security

GAO Report on U.S. Maritime Security

The following is the June 10, 2025, Government Accountaiblity Office report, Maritime Security: Actions Needed to Address Coordination and Operational Challenges Hindering Federal Efforts. From the report What GAO Found The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employs assets—including aircraft and vessels—and personnel across the U.S. and abroad to secure U.S. borders, support criminal investigations, and ensure maritime security and safety. Re…

House Homeland Security Committee Reviews Federal Response to Illicit Maritime Activities

The House Homeland Security Committee holds a hearing titled “From Cartels to Coastlines: An Examination of U.S. Federal Efforts to Confront Illicit Maritime Activities in U.S. Waters” at 10 a.m. ET on June 10. Witnesses include: Rear Admiral Adam Chamie, assistant commandant for response policy, U.S. Coast Guard James Harris III, assistant director, Countering Transnational Organized Crime, Homeland Security Investigations Jonathan Miller, exec…