Policy Priorities
SECURE THE BORDER
A nation without borders is no nation at all. At one time, physical border barriers were considered a commonsense and bipartisan approach to securing our homeland.END HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Human trafficking is extremely lucrative to those who seek to gain from enslaving others. It accounts for an estimated $150 billion in annual global profits and is far more prevalent than many realize.DEFEAT THE CARTELS
The Mexican drug cartels are public enemy #1 to the American people and they are trafficking a record number of migrants and fentanyl across the southern border.
The America First Policy Institute’s (AFPI) Center for Homeland Security & Immigration is devoted to protecting the American people, American interests, and the American way of life. Our “America First” approach requires an immigration system that prioritizes border security and the value of citizenship, a strong and persistent counter-terrorism effort, resiliency of our critical physical and digital infrastructure, and agility in the face of ever-shifting foreign threats and influence.
As our world becomes more complex, so do the threats we face. Terrorism remains a global reality, and America’s ability to prevent attacks in the United States is only as strong as its weakest link at any given moment. America’s enemies no longer need to physically come to our shores to hurt us in the digital age. Threats that strike at the heart of our infrastructure—and, therefore, our civilization—can be achieved with the touch of a button from anywhere in the world. In some cases, these threats are sponsored or shielded by foreign governments; in some cases, they are foreign governments. While these threats are omnipresent, courageous leadership at all levels of government and society is essential for success and security.
Team
The Honorable Chad Wolf
Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer & Chair of AFPI’s Center for Homeland Security & Immigration
Cooper Smith
Director of Communications and Advisor to the Center for Homeland Security and Immigration
Kristen Ziccarelli
Director of Production and Senior Policy Analyst, Center for Homeland Security and Immigration
Latest
Op-Ed
|
March 27, 2025
Privatize the TSA: 3 steps to better service and enhanced security
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has been the cornerstone of U.S. aviation security since its establishment in the wake of 9/11. During that time, it has been subject to much criticism – at times fair, at times not. Despite its imperfections, the men and women of TSA have achieved their mandate of securing the U.S. transportation sector for more than 20 years.
Fact Sheet
|
January 27, 2025
Combating the Impacts of Illegal Immigration in New Jersey
Illegal alien and narcotic trafficking networks often exploit wire transfer services to move money abroad, taking advantage of their less stringent oversight compared to banks. New Jersey could counter this by implementing a fee on international wire transfers.
Fact Sheet
|
January 27, 2025
Ensuring a Legal Workforce in North Carolina
The ability to obtain a job in the U.S. is one of the primary drivers of illegal immigration. Millions of illegal aliens currently work in the U.S. because the existing paper-based Form I-9 verification process is easy to exploit, and human resources personnel are not experts in detecting forged documents. As a result, wages and job opportunities for many Americans are harmed.
Fact Sheet
|
January 27, 2025
Ensuring a Legal Workforce in Nevada
The ability to obtain a job in the U.S. is one of the primary drivers of illegal immigration. Millions of illegal aliens currently work in the U.S. because the existing paper-based Form I-9 verification process is easy to exploit, and human resources personnel are not experts in detecting forged documents. As a result, wages and job opportunities for many Americans are harmed.
Fact Sheet
|
January 27, 2025
Ensuring a Legal Workforce in Michigan
The ability to obtain a job in the U.S. is one of the primary drivers of illegal immigration. Millions of illegal aliens currently work in the U.S. because the existing paper-based Form I-9 verification process is easy to exploit, and human resources personnel are not experts in detecting forged documents. As a result, wages and job opportunities for many Americans are harmed.
Topics
47
issues
Videos
Selected...
The US Border Crisis and the American Solution to an International Problem
Selected...
Combating Fentanyl - The America First Action Plan
Selected...
Open Border, Closed Case: Chad Wolf Testifies Before House Committee on Homeland Security
Selected...
The Border Crisis: Is the Law Being Faithfully Executed?
Selected...
America First National Security Symposium
Selected...
AFPI Speaker Series: The Systematic Dismantling of American Border Security ft. Rep. Jim Jordan
Selected...
Chad Wolf joined Stuart Varney on Fox Business to discuss the latest on the border crisis
Selected...
Chad Wolf joined Newsmax to discuss the Buffalo shooting and the latest on the border crisis
Selected...
Chad Wolf joined Fox & Friends to discuss the Buffalo shooting and the border crisis
Selected...
Chad Wolf joined Newsmax to discuss the record levels of drugs pouring across the border
Selected...
Chad Wolf joined Mornings with Maria to discuss the historic border crisis
Selected...