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2003 News Photography
DHS Secretary Tom Ridge announces new aviation safety measures.
DHS Secretary Tom Ridge announces new aviation safety measures. - 12/29/2003
DHS Secretary Tom Ridge announces new aviation safety measures.

Secretary Tom Ridge announced today, in El Paso, TX, that Customs and Border Protection Free and Secure Trade (FAST) program has been extended to the U.S.-Mexico border.
Ridge at Press Event - 12/04/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge announced today, in El Paso, TX, that Customs and Border Protection Free and Secure Trade (FAST) program has been extended to the U.S.-Mexico border.

Secretary Tom Ridge is shown how FAST works at The Bridge of the Americas in El Paso, TX.
Ridge at FAST Lane - 12/04/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge is shown how FAST works at The Bridge of the Americas in El Paso, TX.

Secretary Tom Ridge meets with Community leaders to discuss the FAST program at the international airport in El Paso, TX.
Ridge with Community Leaders - 12/04/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge meets with Community leaders to discuss the FAST program at the international airport in El Paso, TX.

CBP Deputy Commissioner Douglas Browning (left) and FDA Commissioner Mark McClellan,M.D., PhD. sign MOU to assure the security of imported foods.
Bioterrorism Act MOU signing - 12/03/2003
CBP Deputy Commissioner Douglas Browning (left) and FDA Commissioner Mark McClellan,M.D., PhD. sign MOU to assure the security of imported foods.

CBP Deputy Commissioner Douglas Browning responds to questions from reporters.
CBP Deputy Commissioner Browning - 12/03/2003
CBP Deputy Commissioner Douglas Browning responds to questions from reporters.

Secretary Ridge and Commissioner Bonner Announce the Release of Final 2002 Trade Act Rules to Congress.
Final Rules Press Conference 2003 - 11/20/2003
Secretary Ridge and Commissioner Bonner Announce the Release of Final 2002 Trade Act Rules to Congress.

Secretary Ridge Addresses Members of the Trade Community at a CBP Trade Symposium.
CBP Trade Symposium 2003 - 11/20/2003
Secretary Ridge Addresses Members of the Trade Community at a CBP Trade Symposium.

Undersecretary Asa Hutchinson makes remarks at the launch of the new US-VISIT Program.
Launch of US-VISIT - 10/28/2003
Undersecretary Asa Hutchinson makes remarks at the launch of the new US-VISIT Program.

CBP Officer Paul Trump (left) demonstrates a biometric fingerprint device with Special Agent Anthony Ho (right).
Launch of US-VISIT - 10/28/2003
CBP Officer Paul Trump (left) demonstrates a biometric fingerprint device with Special Agent Anthony Ho (right).

A new biometric fingerprint device scans a finger for identification.
Launch of US-VISIT - 10/28/2003
A new biometric fingerprint device scans a finger for identification.

Eddie Swimmer performs the Hoop dance during the Native American Border Security Conference Held in Washington, D.C.
Native American Border Security Conference - 10/9/2003
Eddie Swimmer performs the Hoop dance during the Native American Border Security Conference Held in Washington, D.C.

Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge speaks at the meeting of the Homeland Security Advisory Council held in Detroit Michigan.
Homeland Security Advisory Council Meeting - 10/03/2003
Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge speaks at the meeting of the Homeland Security Advisory Council held in Detroit Michigan.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Robert C. Bonner, New York Field Operations Director Susan T. Mitchell and NY/NJ Area Director Kathleen Haage today officiated at the opening of newly renovated office space for approximately 350 agency personnel in Newark New Jersey.
Ribbon cutting in Newark, New Jersey - 09/10/2003
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Robert C. Bonner, New York Field Operations Director Susan T. Mitchell and NY/NJ Area Director Kathleen Haage today officiated at the opening of newly renovated office space for approximately 350 agency personnel in Newark New Jersey.

DHS Secretary Tom Ridge, accompanied by BTS Under Secretary Asa Hutchinson and CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner, announces a major initiative to present 'One Face at the Border' and the new unified CBP officer of the future.
"One Face at the Border" - 09/03/2003
DHS Secretary Tom Ridge, accompanied by BTS Under Secretary Asa Hutchinson and CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner, announces a major initiative to present "One Face at the Border" and the new unified CBP officer of the future.

DHS Secretary Tom Ridge and CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner listen to a CBP officer explain entry procedures during the announcement of a major initiative to present 'One Face at the Border' and the new unified CBP officer of the future.
"One Face at the Border" - 09/03/2003
DHS Secretary Tom Ridge and CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner listen to a CBP officer explain entry procedures during the announcement of a major initiative to present "One Face at the Border" and the new unified CBP officer of the future.

DHS Secretary Tom Ridge, BTS Under Secretary Asa Hutchinson, and CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner discuss a major initiative to present 'One Face at the Border' and the new unified CBP officer of the future.
"One Face at the Border" - 09/03/2003
DHS Secretary Tom Ridge, BTS Under Secretary Asa Hutchinson, and CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner discuss a major initiative to present "One Face at the Border" and the new unified CBP officer of the future.

'Crazy Joe,'  pictured here with Commissioner Robert Bonner and CEO Cindy Grob, is 'top dog' in 'Paws to Recognize - A Salute to Canine World Heroes'
"A Salute to Canine World Heroes" - 08/20/2003
"Crazy Joe," pictured here with Commissioner Robert Bonner and CEO Cindy Grob, is "top dog" in "Paws to Recognize - A Salute to Canine World Heroes"

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Robert C. Bonner and Mu Xinsheng, Commissioner of the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China, signed a Declaration of Principles in Beijing, formally initiating joint efforts to target and pre-screen cargo containers shipped from the ports of Shanghai and Shenzhen destined for U.S. ports.
Container Security Initiative China Signing - 07/29/2003
Container Security Initiative China signing with CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner and Mu Xinsheng, Commissioner of the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China.

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge along with quot;Americas' Most Wantedquot; John Walsh today announced Operation Predator, a comprehensive DHS initiative designed to enhance the Administration's efforts to protect children from pornographers, child prostitution rings, Internet predators, alien smugglers, human traffickers, and other criminals.
Operation Predator - 07/10/2003
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge along with Americas' Most Wanted John Walsh today announced Operation Predator.

Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge speaks with the newly sworn-in members of the HSAC.
New HSAC members sworn in - 06/30/2003
Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge speaks with the newly sworn-in members of the HSAC.

Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge listens to comments of the newly sworn-in members of the HSAC.
New HSAC members sworn in - 06/30/2003
Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge listens to comments of the newly sworn-in members of the HSAC.

Dept. of Homeland Security Undersecretary Asa Hutchinson speaks with the newly sworn-in members of the HSAC.
New HSAC members sworn in - 06/30/2003
Dept. of Homeland Security Undersecretary Asa Hutchinson speaks with the newly sworn-in members of the HSAC.

Secretary Tom Ridge announces the new DHS seal at an unveiling ceremony in Selfridge, Michigan.
Secretary Tom Ridge unveils the new Homeland Security seal in Detroit MI today June 19,2003. - 06/19/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge announces the new DHS seal at an unveiling ceremony in Selfridge, Michigan.

Secretary Tom Ridge announces the new DHS seal to 200 employees in Selfridge, Michigan.
Secretary Tom Ridge unveils the new Homeland Security seal in Detroit MI today June 19,2003. - 06/19/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge announces the new DHS seal to 200 employees in Selfridge, Michigan.

Secretary Tom Ridge unveils the new DHS seal in Selfridge, Michigan.
Secretary Tom Ridge unveils the new Homeland Security seal in Detroit MI today June 19,2003. - 06/19/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge unveils the new DHS seal in Selfridge, Michigan.

Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Robert Bonner at a town hall meeting in Washington, D.C.
CBP Headquarters Town Hall Meeting - 06/17/2003
At a Town Hall Meeting in Washington, D.C., Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Robert C. Bonner responds to a question from mission support employees about the future of CBP.

Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Robert Bonner at a town hall meeting in Washington, D.C.
CBP Headquarters Town Hall Meeting - 06/17/2003
At a Town Hall Meeting in Washington D.C., Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Robert Bonner listens to a question from mission support staff member.

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge with CBP Commissioner Robert Bonner and NJ Governor James McGreevey announce details of  Phase II of Container Security Initiative at the Port of Newark.
Container Security Initiative - Phase II - 06/12/2003
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge, with CBP Commissioner Robert Bonner and New Jersey Governor James McGreevey at the Port of Newark, announce details of Phase II of Container Security Initiative.

CBP Commissioner Robert Bonner with Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge and NJ Governor James McGreevey announce details of  Phase II of Container Security Initiative at the Port of Newark.
Container Security Initiative - Phase II - 06/12/2003
CBP Commissioner Robert Bonner, with Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge and New Jersey Governor James McGreevey at the Port of Newark, discuss Phase II of the Container Security Initiative.

Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge and Surakiart Sathiratathai, Foreign Minister, Kingdom of Thailand, at a Container Security Initiative signing.
Container Security Initiative Thailand Signing - 06/11/2003
Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge and Surakiart Sathiratathai, Foreign Minister, Kingdom of Thailand, at a Container Security Initiative signing.

Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge and Surakiart Sathiratathai, Foreign Minister, Kingdom of Thailand, shake hands after a Container Security Initiative signing.
Contianer Security Initiative Thailand Signing - 06/11/2003
Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge and Surakiart Sathiratathai, Foreign Minister, Kingdom of Thailand, shake hands after a Container Security Initiative signing.

An instructor at the Customs and Border Protection Canine Enforcement Training Center demonstrates the abilities of one of the chemical detection dogs.
Canine Enforcement Training Center - 06/09/2003
An instructor at the Customs and Border Protection Canine Enforcement Training Center demonstrates the abilities of one of the chemical detection dogs.

An instructor at the Customs and Border Protection Canine Enforcement Training Center demonstrates the abilities of one of the chemical detection dogs.
Canine Enforcement Training Center - 06/09/2003
An instructor at the Customs and Border Protection Canine Enforcement Training Center demonstrates the abilities of one of the chemical detection dogs.

An instructor at the Customs and Border Protection Canine Enforcement Training Center demonstrates the abilities of one of the chemical detection dogs.
Canine Enforcement Training Center - 06/09/2003
An instructor at the Customs and Border Protection Canine Enforcement Training Center demonstrates the abilities of one of the chemical detection dogs.

In an effort to dramatically reduce migrant deaths along the Southwest border with Mexico, CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner pledged his commitment and resources to an intensive coordinated campaign for the quot;West Desert Corridor.quot;
CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner - 06/03/2003
In an effort to dramatically reduce migrant deaths along the Southwest border with Mexico, CBP Commissioner Robert C. Bonner pledged his commitment and resources to an intensive coordinated campaign for the "West Desert Corridor."

Dr. Javier Moctezuma Barragan, Undersecretary of Population, Migration and Religious Affairs, Government of Mexico, discusses his commitment to the quot;West Desert Corridorquot; campaign.
Dr. Javier Moctezuma Barragan - 06/03/2003
Dr. Javier Moctezuma Barragan, Undersecretary of Population, Migration and Religious Affairs, Government of Mexico, discusses his commitment to the "West Desert Corridor" campaign.

Geronimo Gutierrez, Undersecretary for the Northern Hemisphere, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, speaks on the tragic migrant deaths along the Southwest border.
Geronimo Gutierrez, Undersecretary for the Northern Hemisphere, Ministry of Foreign Affairs - 06/03/2003
Geronimo Gutierrez, Undersecretary for the Northern Hemisphere, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, speaks on the tragic migrant deaths along the Southwest border.

An ICE Blackhawk helicopter provides airspace security over Central Park in New York
Providing NY Air Security - 03/26/2003
Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement office of Air and Marine Interdiction provides airspace security over New York City.

An ICE Blackhawk helicopter provides airspace security over the Statue of Liberty.
Providing NY Air Security - 03/26/2003
Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement office of Air and Marine Interdiction provides airspace security over New York City.

An ICE Blackhawk helicopter provides airspace security over New York.
Providing NY Air Security - 03/26/2003
Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement office of Air and Marine Interdiction provides airspace security over New York City.

An ICE Blackhawk helicopter provides airspace security over Manhattan.
Providing NY Air Security - 03/26/2003
Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement office of Air and Marine Interdiction provides airspace security over New York City.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.
Providing DC Air Security - 03/25/2003
The Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Air and Marine Interdiction provide air security in Washington D.C.

Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge unveils Operation Liberty Shield in Washington D.C. on March 18th.
Operation Liberty Shield - 03/18/2003
Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge unveils Operation Liberty Shield in Washington D.C. on March 18th.

The U.S. Border Patrol hands over its flag to Commissioner Bonner. (l-r): Commissioner Bonner, CBP; Chief Gustavo de la Vina, U.S. Border Patrol; Assistant Secretary Nominee Michael J. Garcia, BICE; and the U.S. Border Patrol Honor Guard.
Homeland Security Transitioning - 03/05/2003
The U.S. Border Patrol hands over its flag to Commissioner Bonner.

Acting Associate Chief Daniel B. Doty, U.S. Border Patrol Headquarters, along with Border Parol agents, listens to Commissioner Bonner as he gives his welcome speech.
Homeland Security Transitioning - 03/05/2003
Commissioner Bonner gives his welcome speech.

Secretary Ridge at Port of Miami - 01/30/2003
Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Tom Ridge spoke to many of the new employees of DHS as he toured the Port of Miami and the Miami International Airport.

Secretary Ridge at Port of Miami - 01/30/2003
Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Tom Ridge takes the stage as he speaks with new employees of DHS at Pier 12 at the Port of Miami.

Secretary Ridge at Port of Miami - 01/30/2003
Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Tom Ridge is introduced prior to speaking with new employees of DHS at Pier 12 at the Port of Miami.

Secretary Ridge in Miami - 01/30/2003
The event at Pier 12 where Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Tom Ridge spoke was eagerly attended by members of all the agencies who now fall under DHS.

Secretary Ridge at Port of Miami - 01/30/2003
Under Secretary Hutchinson (far left) and Secretary Ridge (far right) inspect the Port of Miami in a Customs "Go Fast" boat.

Secretary Ridge at Port of Miami - 01/30/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge departs the Customs boat for a flag raising ceremony at the Coast Guard station in Miami.

Secretary Ridge at Coast Guard Station in Miami - 01/30/2003
Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Tom Ridge places his hand over his heart during a flag raising ceremony at the Coast Guard station in Miami.

Secretary Ridge at Coast Guard Station in Miami - 01/30/2003
Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Tom Ridge speaks with three members of the Coast Guard following their re-enlistment ceremony.

Secretary Ridge in Miami - 01/30/2003
Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Tom Ridge listens to the front line members of the different agencies in an informal gathering in Miami.

Secretary Ridge in Miami - 01/30/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge shakes hands with an Immigration Officer at Miami Airport.

Secretary Ridge in Miami - 01/30/2003
Members of the Department of Agricultures' Canine Enforcement team brief Secretary Ridge on the benefits of the Canine inspection program at the airport.

Secretary Ridge with the Press - 01/30/2003
Secretary Ridge answers questions from the press on the days events in Miami.

Tom Ridge, Secretary of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - 01/24/2003
Secretary Tom Ridge shares his thoughts on the day's milestones and takes questions from the media.

Customs inspector Ray Pardo (right) explains how new high tech searching equipment functions during inspections to EPA Administrator Gov. Christine Whitman and Customs Commissioner Robert Bonner at the port of Newark, NJ.
High Tech Searching Equipment - 01/16/2002
Customs inspector Ray Pardo (right) explains how new high tech searching equipment functions.

Spain Agrees to Participate in CSI - 01/08/2003
Spain agrees to participate in the U.S. Customs Container Security Initiative (CSI).


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