Department of Homeland Security

A senior Department of Homeland Security counterterrorism official has been placed on administrative leave amid an internal misconduct probe. The official, described in reports as a high-ranking counterterrorism leader, was sidelined recently while department investigators examine allegations of personal misconduct. Reporting says investigators are looking into an alleged "sugar daddy" relationship, lavish gifts and possible drug use, though DHS has not released full details. Officials have not named the official or said when the alleged conduct may have occurred.

The Department of Homeland Security revived its victims office and cited 900 crime-related calls linked to illegal immigrants, officials said during National Crime Victims Week. DHS announced the move at an event honoring "angel families" whose relatives were killed, saying the office would provide focused support to victims and their loved ones.