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U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
The Federal agency responsible for leading the unified national effort to secure the U. S. Against those who seek to disrupt the American way of life. DHS is also responsible for preparing for and responding to all hazards and disasters and includes the formerly separate Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Coast Guard, and the Secret Service.
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