Kirstjen Nielsen

Attorney, 6th U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security

Kirstjen Nielsen - Attorney, 6th U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security
Born

May 14th, 1972
53 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 6th Secretary of Homeland Security from December 2017 to April 2019. Oversaw various immigration policies and responses to natural disasters during tenure, including the handling of border security and the implementation of the 'Zero Tolerance' policy. Prior to this role, held positions as a Deputy National Security Advisor and Chief of Staff to the Secretary of Homeland Security. Worked in legal and policy positions within the federal government, focusing on national security and immigration issues.

Oversaw border security efforts during her term

Implemented the 'Zero Tolerance' policy

Served as Chief of Staff to the Secretary of Homeland Security

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