Kevin McAleenan

Kevin McAleenan is an American government official who served as the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security from October 2019 to January 2021. He was previously the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, where he focused on immigration policies and border security. McAleenan, known for his expertise in law enforcement and immigration issues, played a role in managing the U.S. response to various challenges at the southern border, including the surge of migrants. His leadership was marked by efforts to balance border security with humanitarian concerns amidst a contentious political environment.