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Dear Ms. Shaw:
This is the release in response to your client’s October 4, 2018, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
request to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
For this production, DHS reviewed 371 pages of which 14 pages are released in full, 6 pages are
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Let's catch up soon.

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Thanks, ~ appreciate you reaching out. The men and women of OHS work hard, are tremendous and
decent people who care about enforcing the law and protecting the homeland for everyone, and it's
always helpful to get that side of the story out there (the good that we can achieve by preventing human
smuggling and trafficking).
But just one more time, one of the names you listed didn't do anything during the transition period and
didn't contribute to any of the plans .
And as an aside, it's kind of interesting that several outlets have picked up on these four particular names
(including mine, of course).
Thanks again,
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Thanks, Gene. That helps a lot, and I appreciate you taking the time to explain it to me. In the spirit of
transparency, the story you see tomorrow will name those four people (including you) citing three
officials. I have been told by other members of the team as well as spokespeople that this is correct. But
we aren't saying that all of the plans came through during the transition, we simply say the team was
formed during the transition and these policy proposals came out later. We also explain that this was in
the interest of deterring migration and protecting the women and children who are often exposed to
horrific things on the journey.
I really appreciate your help tonight-I know your time is very valuable these days. It is so useful to be
able to go straight to the source rather than playing telephone through OPA. I hope you'll continue to
reach out to me in the future to share information that will make my reporting more accurate.
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Unfortunately, I can't. I have to honor that agreement. I wouldn't take silence as acquiescence, though.
But I would just emphasize-again on background-that the Department has adopted many policies
aimed at securing our borders. And Secretary Kelly laid many of them out in his February 20
memorandum: https://www .dhs.gov/s ites/default/fi les/pub lications/ 17 0220 S 1 Impl ementing -thePresidents-Border-Security- Immigratio n-Enforcement-Impro vement-Pol icies.pdf. Among the many
policies, I would ask that you take a look at section M of the memo linked to above. We view a secure
border not only as a fundamental obligation of any sovereign nation, but also as a humanitarian
imperative; fewer aliens making the journey north to our southern border- particularly children and
women- means fewer sexual assaults, fewer beatings, fewer deaths, and other such terrible activities that
take place along this dangerous network. We understand the motivations of those who might want to take
the journey - the United States continues to be the greatest beacon for freedom and human rights
anywhere in the world- but we cannot ignore the human suffering that accompanies an unsecure border.
Does that help?
Thanks!
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Yes, thanks Gene. Could you give me an off the record tip on the person I am including that did not work
on this? I have reached out to everyone and no one pushed back, and the spokespeople told me this list
was right.
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Thanks, EJ
I don't think that's quite right. While anyone who worked on the transition effort
signed a non-disclosure agreement (so there are limits to what I can say) I can
personally guarantee you that one of the names your source provided you didn't do
anything of the sort. And at least one of the proposals your source provided did not
originate from the transition team. So as a friendly tip, I might think about relying
on the source.
What I think is okay for me to say is that the transition had an immigration/wall
team (I think it was reported on), and that the team worked hard to provide expertise
and counsel on policies and plans to execute the President's ten-point plan
announced in Phoenix on August 31, 2016 .

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Is that helpfu l at all?

Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Ok thank you. Yes, not for attribution,
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but just for the sake of accuracy, I wanted to run this

I'm saying that you, Julie Kirchner, Dimple Shah and Kathy Nuebel-Kobarik worked on a
team that developed a range of policies on immigration. One of the goals was to
discourage women and children from mak ing the dangerous journey north. Ideas that
came from the team included: separating women and children at the border, criminally
charging parents who pay smugglers to bring their children and cracking down on asylum
fraud.
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help answe r specific quest ions on background without attribution if you can send
them to me.
Thanks!
Gene

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Hi Gene,
As you may know, I am writing a story for Reuters (to be published tomorrow) that details
the team of advisors who came up with, among other things, strategies to deter migration
by women and children . I wondered if I might be able to run a few claims I am making by
you for the sake of accuracy. Please email me back or feel free to call if you can.
Thank you,
Julia

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Subject: Prevent Terrorism, Border Security, Immigration and Transportation Security Meeting
Date: 2017/06/05 17:43:31
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cyber meeting for P?X60and the other for Gene and myself. Will likely need to be second
to or last week of June .

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Good talking to you on Tuesday, hope your trip to Brussels went well. As we discussed
on Tuesday, it is difficult to coordinate everyone's schedule and is best to break the
meeting into two - 1) Cybersecurity and National Protection and 2) Prevent Terrorism,
Border Security, Immigration and Transportation Security.

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coordinate calendars on your side and I will have my admin work with that person to
schedule the meetings.

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Mack Ramsey- Calberi, Inc. and Pacific Commerce Group, LLC

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Larry Peltzer - Peltzer Enterprises, Inc.

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I am writing to request a meeting on behalf of the United Agribusiness League (UnitedAg).
Represen tatives from UnitedAg's Board and Advocacy Committee will be in Washington on
July 24 and July 25, 2017 .
Based in Irvine , California with operation s in multiple West ern states, UnitedAg represents more
than 650 agricultural employers, 30 agricultural trade associations , and 35,000 individual
memb ers. Repre sentative s from every corner of the agribusiness industry compr ise Un itedAg 's
Advocacy Comm ittee, including prod ucers, distributors, researcher s, con sultants , and associat ion
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Tom Amaro - Pacific Ag Cons ulting (Visalia, CA)
Larry Peltzer - Peltzer Enterprises, Inc. (Visalia, CA)
Kirti Mutatkar - President & CEO of UnitedAg (Irvine , CA)

The group would very much appreciate the opportunity to discuss pressing issues related to
agricultural labor and immigration.
In addition to the Un itedAg representat ives, Chris Schulte and I would also attend the meeting
from CJ Lake. Thank you for your attention to this request. If you have any question s or require
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Thank you for the feedback and introductions. This is as much your agenda as it is ours
and we will work this to the Secretary's liking.

Cyber fell off due to time restrictions, but I wi ll work with OHSteam to get it back on.
Understood on all else including the Secretary's timeline.

And, moving you to CCnow.

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Would it be possible for your schedules to put together a working group early next
week? My Monday and Tuesday are flexible right now. Or if nothing else, a conference
call. The sooner the better.

Please consider, how much time you feel would be appropriate for this group of 30+ to
discuss these topics and how our group members may be leveraged to spark the
conversation after the OHSscene setter.

More to follow soon ...

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Perfect. Apologies for the logistical question . Thanks!
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There is an attached parking garage to the Marvin Center...
Marvin Center Garage: Access on H Street between 21st and 22nd Streets
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All: here is an adju sted outline for tomorrow. Thank you, Gene and
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The Law and Policv of Securing the Border & the Immigration System
1st Half: Border Security, Enforceme nt and Immigra tion System Reform

2 nd Half: Executive Order 13780 and today's new Presidential Proclamation
Enhancing Vetting Capabilities and Processes for Detecting Attempted Ent,y Into
the United States by Terrorists or Other Publi c-Safety Threats
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relative to the border wall and fencing.
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impact it; talk thro ugh other critical legal issues we should be thinking about and
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Good Afternoon , Colleagues & Friends!

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Thank you again for agreeing to participate in and support
this year's Homeland Security Law Institute of the
American Bar Association. This email serves to provide
you with key logistical information about the Institute and
to facilitate a conference call with your panel members.

Key details include Agenda: Here is a link to the current agenda.
Location: The Betts Theatre at the Marvin
Center at George Washington University (800 21st
NW , Washington, DC 20052).
• • * Panel/Date /Time: The Law and Policy of
Securing the Border & the Immigration System I
Tuesday , September 26 I 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• • * Panel Details: See below.
• • * Proposed Conference Call (all eastern time):
Sunday, September 24 at 6:00 pm, Monday
September 25, at 8:00 am or between 10:00 am and
12:00 pm, or after 4:00 pm .
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Key items we need from you • • * Confirm your available times for a conference
call.
• • * Confom your name and title below and send a
bio as soon as possible .
• • * Please return the attached ABA speaker
release fo1m (signed) to me as soon as possible
(Word version is for government employees; PDF
version is for non-government speakers).

THE LAW AND POLICY OF SECURING THE
BORDER & THE IMMIGRATION SYSTEM
Border security and immigration dominate headlines and
lead the list of homela_gdsecurity priorities. This panel will
discuss current policy initiatives and legal issues taken on
by Congress, the Department of Homeland Security and the
State Department , including Executive Order 13780. Our
panel of experts will share their insights on these efforts
and how they impact the country, the department, and
counterterror ism efforts.

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• • * Hon. James Turner, Of Counsel, Hance
Scarboro ugh, LLP, and Forme r Representative for
the 2nd District of Texas , U.S. House of
Representatives, Washington , DC (moderator)
• • * Christian J. Beckner , Ass istant Vice
President and Deputy Director, Center for Cyber &
Homeland Security at George Washington
Univers ity, Washington, DC
• • * Patricia F.S. Cogswell, Assistant Director ,
Intelligence, U.S. Immigration and Customs
Enfo rcement, U.S . Department of Homeland
Secur ity, Washington , DC
• • * Joshu a A. Geltzer, Executive Director ,
Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and
Protection, Georgetown Univers ity Law Center , and
former Senior Director for Counterterrorism ,
National Security Council, The White House ,
Wash ington, DC
• • * Gene P. Hamilton, Senior Counselor to the
Secretary; U.S. Department of Homeland Security,
Washington , DC

Let me know if you have any quest ions or need anyth ing
from us. I will get with Congressman Turner to throw
some potential questions and topics for you to review this
wee kend. Thank you again for serving!
Best,
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Date: 2017/09/26 12:12:29
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Just flagging, I can likely discuss the priority for securing the border with infrastructure, but
would be best to avoid commenting on specifics because of the potential for litigation.
Thanks again,
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S . Department of Homeland Security
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Subject : Re: Homeland Security Law Institute - Details and Conference Call (Border Security &
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My prefere nce is to skip the introductory comme nts and go directly to Q & A. Often
introductory comments can consume a lot of time and crowd out Q & A. As I mentioned on
our call yesterday I want everyone to jump in when they have a thought or want to add a
perspective irrespective of who may be commenting at the time. I find this more conversationa l
and more interesting to the audience .
Thanks for your help in organizing and thanks to all the pane lists for participating. See you at
3:30 this afternoon.

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The Law and Policy of Securing the Border & the Immigration System
1st Half: Border Securi ty, Enforceme nt and Immigration System Reform
2nd Half: Executive Order 13780 and today 's new Presidential Proclamation
Enhancing Vetting Capabilities and Processes for D etecting Attempted Entry Into
the United States by Terrorists or Other Public-Saf ety Threats
Threat Landscape
Gene: talk about the threat landscape from your perspective, what is
Administration mos t concerned about , lay out the threat actors and vectors.
,,: " "'" 1 what would you add to that, what should we be worr ied about?
Border Security
Gene: from an operations and policy perspective, lay out for us the
Adm inistration prior ities and plans relative to border secur ity. Talk about the
plans and progre ss relative to th e border wall and fenc ing.
Immigration Enforceme nt
j(b)(6) I from an operat ions and policy per spective , talk about the Administration
prioritie s and plans relat ive to immigratio n enforcement.
Immi ration System & Reform
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thinkin g about when it comes to refo 1ming the immigra tion system .
Legal Landscape & Frameworks
Kb)(6)I: lay out for us the pre ssing and central legal issues to the policie s above .
Executive Order 13780 and new Preside ntial Proclamation

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Gene: talk us through the process for both the EO and the new PP, and the key
findin s and recommenda tions that led to the framework laid out in these policies.
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better enhance our screening, vetting & watch-listing systems (i.e. countering
terrori st travel)?
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impact it; talk through other critical legal issues we shou ld be thinking about and
evaluating here.

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Good Afternoon, Colleagues & Friends!
Thank you again for agree ing to participate in and
support this year 's Homeland Security Law Institute of

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the American Bar Association. This email serves to
provide you with key logistical information about the
Institute and to facilitate a conference call with your
panel members.

Key details include Agenda: Here is a link to the current
agenda.
• * Location: The Betts Theatre at the Marvin
Center at George Washington University (800
21st NW, Washington , DC 20052).
• * Pane l/Date/Time : The Law and Policy of
Securing the Border & the Immigration System
/ Tuesday , September 26 / 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• * Panel Detail s: See below.
• * Propo sed Conference Call (all eastern time) :
Sunday , September 24 at 6:00 pm, Monday
September 25, at 8:00 am or between 10:00 am
and 12:00 pm, or after 4 :00 pm.

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Key items we need from you Confirm your available time s for a
conference call.
• • * Confirm your name and title below and send
a bio as soon as possible .
• • * Please return the attached ABA speaker
release form (signed) to me as soon as possible
(Word version is for government employees;
PDF version is for non-government speakers).
• •*

THE LAW AND POLICY OF SECURING THE
BORDER & THE IMMIGRATION SYSTEM
Border security and immigration dominate headline s and
lead the list of homeland security priorities. This panel
will discuss current policy initiatives and legal issues
taken on by Congress, the Departm ent of Homeland
Security and the State Dep artment , including Executive
Order 13780. Our panel of experts will share their
insights on these effort s and how they impact the
country, the department, and counterterrorism efforts .

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• • * Hon. James Turner, Of Counsel, Hance
Scarborough , LLP, and Former Representative
for the 2nd District of Texas, U.S. House of
Representatives , Washington, DC (moderator)
• • * Christian J. Beckner, Assistant Vice
President and Deputy Director, Center for Cyber
& Homeland Security at George Washington
University, Washington, DC
• • * Patricia F.S. Cogswell, Assistant Director,
Intelligence , U.S. Immigration and Customs
Enforcement, U.S. Department of Homeland
Security, Washington, DC
• • * Joshua A. Geltzer, Executive Director ,
Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and
Protection, Georgetown University Law Center,
and former Senior Director for Counterterrorism ,
National Security Council , The White House ,
Wash ington, DC
• • * Gene P. Hamilton , Sen ior Counse lor to the
Secretary; U.S. Department of Home land
Security , Washington, DC

Let me know if you have any questions or need anyth ing
from us. I will get with Congressman Turner to throw
some potential questions and topics for you to review
this weekend . Thank you again for serving!
Best,
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Hi Gi llian!

Thanks so much for everything you have done. I've enjoyed working with you , but I
know you'll do tremendou s things back at ICE! Look forward to continuing to work with
you .
Best ,
Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Colleagues &Friends After 13 months , today is my last day on detail to the DHS Office of Public Affairs. It has
been an honor and a privilege to serve alongside all of you. For the reporters on the chain,
thanks for letting me help serve the public THROUGH you (please send future inquiries
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in the office later.
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Sounds like you have it all covered and we don't need the call. Let's cancel the call. I
don't want to take up valuable time.

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Senior Counselor to the Secretary
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Hi Chris ,
I had to leave early unexpectedly today to take my wife to the hospita l.
Kirstjen is now out of town, and I am watching my kids while my wife is in
with the doctors . Can we try to connect tomorrow ?
Also, if you can provide spec ific examples of officers not issuing detainer s
(city, description , who was involved, etc.), that would be very helpful to
running this all down.
Thanks again,
Gene

Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U. S. Departmen t of Home land Security
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Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 9:48:39 AM
To : Chris Crane
Subject : RE: ICE Council - Detainer Policy Failures

Hi Chris,
Thanks for the note. I' m trying to coordinate a time for me and Kirstjen to be able
to get on the phone with you today. b)(5)
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We ' ll be in touch.
Thanks!
Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Great to hear from you. Been quite busy, but all is well here . How about you? What are
you up to? Family doing okay?
Thanks ,
Gene

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Just thought I would check in and see how your first month-and-a-half at DHS have gone . How is it going?
How's the family?

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Just came out of secure room. Now going to meeting

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Thanks!

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I- my email to you didn't go through. Hoping this one does. Please let us
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Hey y'all,

Hope all is well. Are you ava ilable for a call tomorrow with the Chief of
Staff (copied here) and me? We could do some time between 9 and 10 AM
EST, or between 3-4 EST.

Thanks!

Gene

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Nope. Not yet

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Gene Hamilton ,

NAC Communications Test.

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From: DHS Management Communications

Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2017 10:57:07 AM

Subject: The President and Vice President Visiting DHS Today

President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence Visiting DHS
Headquarters Today

The President and Vice President will visit OHS headquarters today and address
employees. As space is very limited, the event will be broadcasted on
https://www .whitehouse .gov/live . The event will start between 1: 15 and 1:30 p.m.
EST. Bandw idth limitations may impact your ability to view the event live, but you may
also try
to access via mobile devices or view post-event.

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Just tried you
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Thanks , y'all. Just have to get it cleared by ethics. Assuming they clear, I would be happy
to join y'all.

Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Subject: Re: McClatchy invitat ion to White House Correspondents' Association Dinner

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Thanks , Gene. We really hope that you can join us. Be great if you can give us a sense by
Monday .
My cell is i<b)(B)
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Hi Gene,

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On behalf of all the McClatchy papers and websites , we wanted to invite you to be our guest at the White
House Correspondents Association dinner on Saturday, April 29.

We will be joi ned by members of the administration, Congress and editors and
reporters from our Washington bureau and some of our 30 newsrooms as well as
members of the McClatchy board.

We hope you can join us. Please let us know as soon as you can. Please let us know by
March 27, if poss ible.

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Hi l(b)(6)

I don't know, but I'll ask them to connect with you.

As for tomorrow, unfortunately, it's a closed-doo r meeting with the Democrats in the House.

Thanks again!

Gene

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Gene ,

Would it be possible to meet with someone with the team at ICE tomorrow? On e person who has a good
overview grasp would suffice.

Also, Sec. Kelly mention ed he is speaking tomorrow at I 0:30 am. If it's possible for us to attend, please
forward the information.
I'm about to schedul e a taped interview tomorrow morn ing and will work around the Sec. 's speac h.

I'll send a follow-up email to our meeting shorty.

My best,

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>Yes, it sure is. Thank s, Maria! I just forwarded your contact information to our team at ICE. Please let me
know if you don't hear anything from them soon.
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>Gene
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Subject: Good morning Sir. M essage below is from a fr iend in Arizona ...

http://www.azcentral.com/s tory/news/ local/phoenix/2017 /03/08/lawsuit-maricopa-countysheriffs-ice-handoff-immigra tion-detain ers/98 877498/
The notion that ICE should not be able to enter a jail without a warrant is beyond ridiculou s, but
ICE need s to defend its own interests here and not count on a third party to adequately represent
them. DOJ would end up represent ing ICE, but the request should come through ICE.

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Thanks, Dimple. Yes , she needs to retain her TS/SCI to ensure that she can have proper visibility into her
work portfolio. Many of the Administration's proposed cha nges to immigration will involve classified
matters at the highest levels. She will need access to briefings in SCIFs , etc.

Thank you for understanding.

Best ,

Gene

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Hi there,

I understand that there was some confusion regarding the clearance level I will hold at DHS. I currently
hold TS-SCI. Just spoke to the Secretary's office and they indicated that based on my duties it would need
to maintain TS-SCI clearance. Adding Gene from the Secretary's office.

Thank you.

Dimple Shah

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Date: 2017/01/30 10:16:05
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Do you know who this is? Is it you? Gene (cc:ed) is trying to find out. Sounds urgent.
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Turn in badge - This weekend
Tum in parkin g permit - This weekend
Tum in trave l credit card - This weekend
Tum in trave l passport - This weekend
Turn in official iPhone, charger - This weekend
Turn in official laptop, chargers, docking station, computer bag - This weekend
Close out travel vouch ers
Close out travel advances (if applicable) - NI A
Close out trans it subsidy (if applicable) - NIA
Provide future contact information (email, phone, home address if applicable) - Done
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SeniorCounselor
ES-301

INTRODUCTION
The incumbentserves as Senior Counselor in the Office of the Secretary
Departmentof HomelandSecurityand provides adviceand counsel to the
Secretaryand Deputy Secretaryon afl mattersthat pertain to the execution of
responsibilitiesand authoritiesunder the HomelandSecurityAct of 2002, the
homelandsecurity missionand related areas that are of wide interest and that
have nationaland internationalimpact. The incumbentserves as the Secretary
and Deputy Secretary'sprincipal point-of-contactwith other Federal,State and
local agencies,and private organizations,on homelandsecurity matters
The Department has five primarymissions: Prevent terrorism and enhance
security, secure and manageour borders,enforce and administerour
immigration laws,safeguardand secure cyberspace,and ensureresilienceto
disasters.

M&fQBPUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITIES
.

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Serves as a key advisor and counselor in the Office of the Secretaryof the
Department of HomelandSecurityand other senior managementofficials on
matters that have a direct Impacton the security of the nation.The counsel
provided by the Incumbentof this position relates to OHS issuesthat are of a
critical importance and are highlycomplex in nature.
Provides advice and other assistancein fonnulating and implementing
Department of HomelandSecuritypolicy as it relates to nationalsecurity.ls
responsiblefor providingadviceon ensuring good faith implementationof
policies and proceduresand is a principal source of informationfor the Secretary
and Deputy Secretary on all such matters.
Provides expertadvice, guidanceand counsel to departmentaloffices relating to
the effects of programsand issues,includingan assessmentof legislative
mattersimpacting specificprogramswithin the Department.Advisesthe Secretary
and Deputy Secretaryin the developmentand planningof Department-wide
programs,and facilitatescontinuityof administrationto the functions of OHS.
Develops and nurtures formal relationshipswith responsible officials in other
ExecutiveLevel Departments,as they pertain to homelandsecurity matters.
Maintains liaison and facilitatescommunicationbetweenthe Department,other
law enforcement entities, and counterpartsin other Federal, State and local
agencies regarding homelandsecurity matters of mutual concern.

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Provides advice and counsel on the provision of a full range of services and
leads the development of Departmental policies, directives, and procedures, and
ensures that they are consistent with the intent of the law and are
administrativelysound, efficient, and economical in operation.
Represents the Secretary and Deputy Secretary in high level meetings and
conferences with private citizens, representatives of private industry, and
Federal, State or local agency officials that have vital interests in homeland
security. Frequently deals with attorneys, members of the general public, high
level private and governmentofficials, in connection with highly sensitive and
potentially controversialhomeland security matters. Briefs the Deputy Secretary
on issues to be discussed and decisions to be reached. Assures that the OHS
position is represented and that resolutionof crosscutting issues occurs in a
timely and effective manner.

SUPERVISORYCONTROLS
Incumbent serves under the general direction of the Seaetary and Deputy
Secretary, but performs the duties with broad authority, which carries Withit
extremely wide latitude for the exercise of independentjudgment. Other than on
matters of unusual significance, the incumbent'sdecisionsand judgments are not
reviewed. The incumbent decides when a particular matter should be brought to
the attention of the Seaetary and Deputy Secretary.

SECURITYCLEARANCEREQUIREMENT
As Senior Counselor to the Secretary and Deputy Secretary,the incumbent is
involved in classified issues throughout the Departmentand provides assistance
to the Senior Counselor on matters that are classified up to and including the TS/
SCI level. Therefore, the incumbent of this position is required to have a TS/SCI
clearance in order to perform the full range of duties.

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ETHICS PLEDGE
As a condition , and in considerat ion, of my employme nt in the United States Government in an
appo intee position invested with the public trust, I comm it myself to the following obligations , wh ich I
understand are binding on me and are enforceable under law:
1. I will not, within 5 years after the tennination of my emp loyment as an appointee in any executive
agency in whic h I am appointed to serve, engage in lobbying act ivities with respect to that agency.
2. If, upon my departure from the Government , I am covered by the post-employment restriction s on
communicating with employees ofmy former executive age ncy set forth in section 207(c) of title 18,
United States Code , I agree that I will abide by those restrictions.
3. In addition to abiding by the limitations of paragraphs l and 2, 1 also agree, upon leaving
Government service , not to engage in lobbying activit ies wit h respect to any covered executive branch
officia l or non-career Senior Executive Service appointee for the remainder of the Admini stration.
4. I will not, at any time after the termination of my employment in the United States Government ,
engage in any activity on behalf of any foreign gove rnment or foreign political party which , we re it
undertaken on January 20, 2017 , would require me to register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act
of 1938, as amended.
5. I will not accept gifts from registered lobby ists or lobbying organizations for the duration of my
service as an appointee.
6. I will not for a period of 2 years from the date of my appointment participate in any particular matter
involving speci fic partie s that is directly and substant ially related to my forme r emp loyer or former
clients , including regulations and cont racts.
7. If I was a registered lobbyist within the 2 years before the date of my appo intment, in additi on to
abiding by the limitations of paragraph 6, f will not for a period of 2 years after the date of my
appo intment participate in any particular matter on which I lobbied within the 2 years before the date of
my appointment or participate in the spec ific issue area in which that particular matter falls.
8. 1 agree that any hiring or othe r employment decisions I make will be based on the candidate 's
qualifications, competence , and experience .
9. I ack nowledge that the Executive Order entit led " Ethics Comm itments by Executive Branch
Appointees ," issued by the President on January 28, 20 l 7, wh ich I have read before signi ng this
document , defines certain terms app licable to the foregoing obligat ions and sets forth the methods for
enforcing them. r expressly accep t the provisions of that Executive Order as a part of this agreement
and as binding on me. I understand that the ob ligations of this pledge are in addition to any statutory or
other legal restrict ions appl icable to me by virtue of Government service.

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Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with

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y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologi ze for simply doing your job.
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definite ly wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Coun selor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Wishing you every future success and thank you Gene for all of your hard work on authorization
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Sent : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportun ity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard wo rk this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And wh ile I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'a ll will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job.
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn 't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene

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Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Thank you, sir. I know you are going to do even more good work in an awesome environment, but we
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From : Hamilton, Gene
Sent : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homelan d Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for
the oppo1tunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.

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Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Thank you, for all your hard work and contributions, Gene. You will truly be missed here at DHS. Even
though it was only for a few months, you certainly made an impact here and for the better! I've been at
DHSfor almost 7 years and worked with numerous Counselors during my time, and you are certainly up
there with being the best. Good luck at the DOJ. If you ever hear of any openings at the NSD, let me
know ... I live around the corner from them©

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From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent : Thur sday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I've left anyo ne off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentiona l.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Gene,
Bitter sweet indeed. All the best in your new role. We thank you for supporting the people and
their vital mission.

Acting Dep uty Commissioner
Customs and Border Protection
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From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Friday, Octobe r 27, 2017 3: 13 :33 AM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyo ne,
As you may have heard , my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protect ing our
homelan d.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safe r. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career emp loyee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
cont inue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.

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I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologi ze for simply doing your job.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definite ly wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Good luck, Gene. Hope you're off to do exciting things! Keep in touch this time!!
Take care of my old roommate Steve. I just had breakfast with him the day before yesterday . He
was in from Florida, some of his attorneys from the middle District of Florida received AG
awards. He is the acting USA for the middle District for the time being. Hopefully you'll have
some good fun working with him. He's the best, you'll be in good company.
Best, and don't forget to keep in touch ,

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Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y 'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly , thi s team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologi ze for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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From : Hamilton, Gene
Se nt : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyo ne,
As you may have heard , my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you " is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y 'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportun ity to serve on th is incred ible team . It has been a tremendous hono r to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly , th is team's hard work thi s year has made our nation safer. Few cou ld say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with wh ich it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y 'all have simply been amazing.
Whi le it is somewhat bittersweet to leave th is Department at this po int in timefor so many years as a career emp loyee of this Department - I am excited to see
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice , I hope that
continue to cons ider me to be part of the DHS fam ily.

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I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it defin itely wasn't intentiona l.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Best wishes to you in the next chapter of your career, Gene. May God continue to bless you.
Regards,

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From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject : Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly , this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P . Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Thanks Gene, for your service, commitment to the rule of law, and for promoting OPLA. You're
first class!
Best wishes to you, and I hope we cross paths again. Reach out to me anytime if I can do
anything for you.
Raphael Choi

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Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passio n for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protect ing our
homeland.

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Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with whic h it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Date: 2017/10/27 09:45:25
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Good luck, Gene! We'll miss you at DHS!
From : Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 201710:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

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Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendou s team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Date: 2017/10/27 09:45:04
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Gene,
It has been an honor serving with you. Look forward to working with you in your new position at

DOJ.
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From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 3:13:33 AM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard , my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.

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Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department- I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y' all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from Genera l Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Subj ect: RE: Thank You
Date : 2017/10/27 09:37:48
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Gene,
Say it isn't so! Huge loss!!!!

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From : Hamilton, Gene

Sent : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject : Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting om
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P . Ham ilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Date: 2017/10/ 27 09 :17:52
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You're a good man, Gene-o. I will miss you tremendously.

From : Hamilton, Gene

Sent : Thursday, Octobe r 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject : Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredib le team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubte dly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewha t bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-hav ing worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, month s, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'a ll will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendo us team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentiona l.

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With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
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Been a real pleasure , Gene. Thank you for all you've done. Your sup po rt for ICE has been
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close.
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thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank yo u

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for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team' s hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Departmen t has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Departme nt at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Departm ent- I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, month s, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Departmen t of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Dep artment of Homeland Security

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Date: 2017/10/27 09:10:59
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Good luck Gene. It was a pleasure working with you.

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From: Hamilton, Gene

Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
hom eland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career emp loyee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, month s, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly , I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email , it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Good luck, Gene! Hope to see you soon!
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Subje ct: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y' all will never feel the need to
apologi ze for simply doing your job.

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Finally, ifl 've left anyo ne off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Gene,
I have enjoyed working with you again. It was great to run into you in the halls or at a conference and I
appreciated that you always made time to chat.
Keep doing great things and best of luck.
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From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent : Thur sday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y' all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly , this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I've left anyo ne off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentiona l.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Good morning Gene,
You have been a tremendo us asset here at OHS , and I wish you much success in your new role. I
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Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simp ly saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homel and.
Undoubtedly , this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many year s as a career employee of this Department- I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the corning weeks , month s, and years. And while I am looking forwa rd
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the h·emendous team here at DHS.

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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Gene,
It's been a pleasure working with you. Do good things at DOJ! Best, Nancy
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From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
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Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Subject: Thank You

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Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportun ity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to cons ider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendo us team here at DHS.

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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hami lton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Gene - I'm sorry I was unable to attend your farewell, but I had multiple kids attending multiple afterschool events and was simply unable to arrange alternate coverage in short order. That said, I wanted
you to know what a pleasure it was to see you return to HQ this year, and in such grand, noteworthy ,
and impactful fashion. It' s clear you have realized the potential you demonstrated to me as an honors
attorney with ILD just a few short years ago. I wish you the very best at Justice and hope our
professiona l paths will cross again. Until then, keep up the exemplary service to government and our
nation ...and of course, thank you for your service to this department, the DHS mission, and our
wonderful country. Good luck!
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Sent : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,

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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, thi s team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in execut ing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Depart ment at thi s point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And wh ile I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borro w a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P . Ham ilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Oh no! I hadn't heard! Congratulations on the move to Justice-I loved my time at DOJ-but know that
I am sad to see you leave. I always enjoyed working with you; you are terrifyingly smart and remarkably
kind.
Thank you again for all of your help . I wish you all the best in your new adventure .

From : Hamilton, Gene

Sent : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team ' s hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Departm ent has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewha t bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'a ll will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definite ly wasn 't intentiona l.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene

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Senior Counselor to the Secretary
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Good luck, Gene. This was a very kind message. Your departure will be a huge loss for us. But,
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-th ank you for
the oppo1tunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, thi s team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Depart ment at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department- I am excited to see the amazing

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work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DRS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DRS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologi ze for simply doing your job.
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn 't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, month s, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Congrats and Godspeed at your new post!!
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendou s honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.

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I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definite ly wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Dep artment of Homeland Security

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Gene,
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Sent : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject : Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.

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There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y' all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homelan d.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And wh ile I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DRS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DRS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologi ze for simply doing your job.
Finally, ifl 've left anyo ne off of this email, it definitely wasn 't intentiona l.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Good morning Gene,
It has been a pleasure working with you and I wish you the very best in your new endeavors at DOJ!
Take care.

From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the oppo1tunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Gene, Sorry to see you go, but I'm sure big things are in store at DoJ.
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly , this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.

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While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Departme nt- I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forwa rd
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P . Ham ilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Congratu lations and all the very best to you Gene. Greatly appreciate the support you provided us you'll always be part of our family.
Stay well and in touch .
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM
Subje ct: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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I am sorry I missed your going away but I have been home recovering from surgery. I will see
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Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard wo rk this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at thi s point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y' all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to cons ider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.

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apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hami lton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Gene,
Thank you for joining the team and working tirelessly to advance the mission.
You stood with us against unfair criticism and our adversaries. That meant the world to those of
us comm itted to judiciously enforcing the law.
Wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
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From: Hamilton, Gene

Sent : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportun ity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly , this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with whic h it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to cons ider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from Genera l Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Gene, looking fo1wa rd to your service at Justice -- lots of good work to do there -- appreciate the
great examp le you've set for high quality dedication to the mission -- thanks for being always
strong and level. Your friend, Michael Dougherty

From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 3:13:33 AM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passio n for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protect ing our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, thi s team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in execut ing the crucial mission s with wh ich it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at thi s point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months , and years. And wh ile I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y' all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remem ber the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,

DHS-339-0019-000147

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Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Mr . Hamilton,
Thank you, and may I wish you all the best in all of your future endeavors.

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values."
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the Freedom of Informa tion Act (5 U.S.C. 552). It is to be controlled, stored, handled,
transmitted, distributed, and disposed of in accordance with DHS policies and is not to be
released to the public , the media, or other personne l who do not have a valid need-to-know
without prior approval of an authorized.

From: Hamilton , Gene
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendou s honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, thi s team 's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Departm ent has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Depa rtment at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Departm ent-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'a ll will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phr ase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job.
Finally, if I' ve left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentiona l.

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With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future ,
Gene
Gene P . Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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From: Hamilton , Gene
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10: 13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard , my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.

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There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportun ity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y' all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homelan d.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And wh ile I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DRS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DRS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologi ze for simply doing your job.
Finally, ifl 've left anyo ne off of this email, it definitely wasn 't intentiona l.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Gene, Godspeed and thank you for your hard work and service to our country. We'll look
forward to working with you at DOJ. Jim

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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I wou ld like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safe r. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Departmen t at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career emp loyee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y' all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DH S.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly , I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email , it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continue d success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S . Department of Homela nd Security

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Thank you Gene for all of your hard work and dedication. It's been great working with you, and
we're definitely going to miss you here at DRS. When you get over to Justice, please let us
know your new contact information .
I'm also sorry I couldn't make the happy hour last night. I was working late and then needed to
get home as my wife was sick. But if you 're going to be just around the comer at main Justice,
we'll hopefully have a chance to do a rain check on that.
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This communication, along with any attachments, may contain confidential and legally
privileged information. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient , you are hereby
notified that any dissemination , distribution , use or copying of this message is strictly
prohibited. If you have received this in error, please reply immediately to the sender and delete
this message. Thank you.

From: Hamilton, Gene

Se nt : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone ,

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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportun ity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in execut ing the crucial missions with whic h it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P . Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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From: Hamilton, Gene

Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly , this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the OHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at OHS.

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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I' ve left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Ham ilton
Sen ior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Gene:
Very sorry to see you go, but it's been a pleasure serving with you . Candidly, I much prefer
being on the same side as you !
Thanks for all the good work you did with the Department, and for being so approachable given
the many demands on your schedule. To be able to call on you , even for an occasional rea lity
check, made our congress ional affairs work a lot easier.
As we say in the Coast Guard, fair winds and follow ing seas. Hopefully, I' ll run into you aga in
soon.
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From: Hamilton, Gene

Sent : Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject : Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opporiunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, thi s team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with whic h it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS .
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definite ly wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Thanks Gene! All the best!

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Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial mission s with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y 'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .

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Finally, ifl 've left anyo ne off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S . Department of Homeland Security

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Date: 2017/10/26 22:46:40
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Thanks Gene .
Glad we could work closer together. So much to do!! Take care.

From: Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 3: 13:33 AM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyo ne,
As you may have heard , my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simp ly saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with

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y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologi ze for simply doing your job.
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definite ly wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Coun selor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Subject: RE: Thank You
Date : 2017/10/26 22:44:01
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Gene ,

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We both really enjoyed working with you. You listened , were a Happy Warrior, and you are a
h·emendous advocate for imm igration enforcement. I have been doing this for 20 years . We have
good laws on the books, and for all that time all we wanted was to be given the author ity to
enforce the INA. This administration and you personally have given us permiss ion to enforce the
law.
We are sad to see you go but hope you will advocate for us in your new pos ition!
Best,

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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Secur ity is com ing to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportun ity to serve on th is incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard wor k this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this exper ience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.

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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hami lton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Date : 2017/10/26 22:39:29
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Good luck and happy birthday Gene!

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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you

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for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team' s hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Departmen t has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Departme nt at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Departm ent- I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, month s, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Departmen t of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
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Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Dep artment of Homeland Security

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Date: 2017/10/26 22:38:03
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Good Evening Gene,

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Thank you for all you've done for the men and women of ICE; your belief in our mission is very
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I wish you all the best in your next adventure at DOJ .
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Good afternoon , everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Depa rtment at thi s point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'a ll will do in the coming weeks, months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'a ll will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I wi ll always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, ifl 've left anyone off of this email, it defin itely wasn't intentiona l.

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With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
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Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
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Dear Gene,
Congratulations on what I heard is a nice and well-deserved position waiting for you at DoJ.
It has been a pleasure working with you, I trust we will work together again , and I look forward to it.
As you may know, my job at OHS was not what I anticipated it would be. You were always kind, in what
was an awkward position for me at times. I truly appreciate it.
Sincerely ,
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Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a close.

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There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important thing I
want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for the opportunity
to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with y'all, to see your passion
for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucia l missions with which it has been
charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing .
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked for so
many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing work that y'all will
do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward to what the future holds in my
new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will continue to consider me to be part of the OHS
family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at OHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to apologize for
simply doing you r job.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this emai l, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future ,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Date : 2017/10/26 22:29:33
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Good luck in your new endeavors, Gene! Thank you for your service to OHS & we look forward to seeing
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You
Good afternoon , everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important thing I
want to convey to y'all in this message . So-from the bottom of my heart- thank you for the opportun ity
to serve on th is incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with y'all, to see your passion
for our mission, and to witness your ded ication to protecting our homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team 's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucia l missions with which it has been
charged by the Congress and the American people . Y'all have simply been amazing .
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave th is Department at this point in time- having worked for so
many years as a career employee of this Department- I am excited to see the amazing work that y'all will
do in the coming weeks , months, and years. And whi le I am looking forward to what the future holds in my
new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will continue to consider me to be part of the DHS
family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS .
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to apologize for
simply doing your job .
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this emai l, it defi nitely wasn 't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future ,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Secur ity
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoo n, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y 'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.

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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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GeneIt has been a pleasure working with you, as a Hill staffer and at DHS. Wishing you all the best at

DOJ. And, I just love your southern charm and vernacular of "Y'all", being a southerner myself.
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Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homel and.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with wh ich it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewha t bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, month s, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Dep artment of Homeland Security

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Stay in touch!!

From: Hamilton, Gene

Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject : Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team . It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial mission s with whic h it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene

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Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Thank you for including me. I wish you the best, thank you for your service, look forward to
hearing about the next part of your journ ey, and hope to stay in your list of contacts so I can keep
up with you.
Thank you for your effo rts on behalf of ICE/OPLA . Please call on me if I can ever be of
ass istance .

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Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard , my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simp ly saying "thank you" is by far the most importa nt
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with

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y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubte dly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewha t bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, month s, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'a ll will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, ifl 've left anyo ne off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentiona l.
With all my best wishes to y' all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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A vey personal thank you to you too. I know full well that you very aggressively helped push the
recalcran t issue, somet hing very near and dear to my heart and I REALLY appreciate all the
work and espec ially all the behind the serenes work the helps finally get the issue the attention it
neede d.
All the best at DOJ and I hope our paths cross again some day,
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Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard , my time wi th the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying " thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
hom eland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our natio n safe r. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'all have simply been amazing.
Whi le it is somewhat bittersweet to leave th is Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career emp loyee of this Department - I am exci ted to see the amaz ing
work that y'a ll will do in the coming weeks , months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Departmen t of Justice , I hope that y' all will
cont inue to cons ider me to be pa rt of the DHS family.
I wi ll never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DH S.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally , if I've left anyone off of this emai l, it definite ly wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishe s to y'all for cont inued success in the future,

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Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Good luck and God bless! DHS will miss you. Thanks for all your help this year! It has certainly
been quite the ride for all of us!

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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , everyone ,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most importa nt
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my heart- thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredi ble team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission , and to witness your dedication to protecting our
home land.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'a ll have simply been amaz ing.

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While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time- having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amaz ing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks , months , and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your jo b.
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn ' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P . Ham ilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Subject: Th ank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'a ll in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all , to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team' s hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'all have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Departm ent- I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, month s, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Departmen t of Justice, I hope that y'all wi ll
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience . I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally, if I' ve left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn' t intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Dep artment of Homeland Security

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Gene
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You made a difference.
Best of luck at DOJ.Just know you will always have friends at DHS.
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From : Hamilton, Gene
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon, everyone,
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a
close.
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our
homeland.
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this
Department has eve r been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has
been charged by the Congress and the American peop le. Y'a ll have simply been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked
for so many years as a career employee of this Department - I am excited to see the amazing
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y' all will
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendou s team here at DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'a ll will never feel the need to
apologize for simply doing your job .
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definite ly wasn ' t intentional.

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With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Coun selor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Home land Security
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amount from you in a very short time. You exem plify a level of service and commitment
that is unmatched. All the best in your new assignment! l(b)(6) I

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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM
Subject: Thank You

Good afternoon , every one,
As you may have heard, my time with the Departme nt of Homel and Security is com ing to
a close .
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most
import ant thing I want to co nvey to y'a ll in this message. So- from the bottom of my
heart- thank you for the opportuni ty to serve on this incredible team . It has been a
tremendo us honor to work with y ' all, to see your passio n for our mission , and to witness
your dedication to protecting our homeland.
Undoubt edly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say
that this Department has ever been more effec tive in executing the crucial missions with

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which it has been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply
been amazing.
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having
worked for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see
the amazing work that y'a ll will do in the coming weeks, months, and years . And while I
am looking forward to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice,
I hope that y'all will continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family.
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at
DHS.
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to
apologize for simp ly doing your job.
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional.
With all my best wishes to y'a ll for continued success in the future,
Gene
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Thank you for your message. I no longer work for the United States Departmen t of
Homeland Security and will not be able to reply to messages sent to this account. If you
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Hi ~

I would be open to meeting sometime to put a face with a name. But fair warning-as
you know-I generally eschew personal attention, and don't tend to talk to anyone unless
it is throug h OPA channels.

Please contact me at my persona l addressJb) (6)
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new pos ition over at DOJ in the coming days, so this email won't work for much longer.

Best,

Gene

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First and most importantly-HAPPY

BIRTHDAY!

It was so great to spend some quality time with you last night celebrating your work here
at DHS and also congratulating you on you upcoming move to DOJ. I will truly miss
having you as a colleague here at OHS.
I really hope we can stay in touch, so to that end, here below is my persona l and
professional contact information, and I am hoping you might send yours back to me.
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Again, I will miss you and have so enjoyed working closely with you. Please send me
your contact information so that I can stay in touch.
All my very best,

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Legal Counsel Division
Office of the General Counsel
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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6 lover at Politico. To be fair to you, I told her it was fine to say I
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lines of "it was a tremendou s honor and privilege to serve with the men and women of
DHS. I look forward to seeing their continued success from a new role."

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Gene

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Thanks Gene! I understand, but might have to repo rt it at some point. Can you say why, on or
off the record?

Regardless, if you ever have time to say hello or meet for coffee , I' d appreciate it. I've been
covering immigration for some time and would be interested in your thoughts.

Sincerely,

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Just wanted to stick to my word and get back to you.

It continues to be my personal preference to not have any personnel moves reported in
the press, but I can confirm to you that I am joining
the Office of the Attorney General at the Department of Justice .

Thanks again,

Gene P. Hamilton

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impo1tant to me that no one say anything about any potent ial
per sonne l movement s.

Thanks again ,

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Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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I hope all is well. OPA informed me that you ' re planning to run a story about a potential
career move for me. Could you please hold off on publishing anything? Nothing
is finalized , no ink is dry on paper so to speak. I would really appreciate it. Happy to keep
you posted.

Thank you,

Gene P. Hami lton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Hi Maria,

Please do not quote me or cite me in any way. But I simply look forward to working for
the Attorney Genera l again . Working at DHS has been a tremendous honor , and I look
forward to its cont inued succes s in my absence.

Perhaps we can talk somet ime soon.

Best,

Gene

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Senior Counse lor to the Secretary

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off the record?

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covering immigration for some time and would be interested in your thoughts.

Sincerely,

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The Washington Post
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Just wanted to stick to my word and get back to you.

It continues to be my personal preference to not have any personnel moves reported in
the press, but I can confirm to you that I am joining
the Office of the Attorney General at the Department of Justice .

Thanks again,

Gene P. Hamilton

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I hope all is well. OPA informed me that you're planning to run a story about a potentia l
career move for me. Could you please hold off on publi shing anything? No thing
is finalized , no ink is dry on paper so to speak. I wou ld really appreciate it. Happy to keep
you posted.

Thank you,

Gene P. Ham ilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Home land Security

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Can we try tomorrow late morning or early afternoon?
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Hi Gene,

I have a meeting tonight that I cannot miss , or interrupt , but wanted to chat briefly , if you
are free now ? My cell is 617 650 2918.
Thanks,
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The Washington Post

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Thank you. I will let you know when I have news to share.

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Gene

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Good morning ,
I hope all is well. I stayed at the West in Ottawa from June 25-27. Can you please email
me a receipt from my stay there? I seem to have misplaced it.
Thank you!
Gene P. Hamilton
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Hi l(b)(6)
Please see the attached form.
Thanks!
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S . Department of Homeland Security

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Dear Speakers & Program Organizers:
Thank you for your participation in next week's Homeland Security Law Institu te at George Washington
University in Washington, DC. We are honored by your contribution and look forward to sharing your
expertise.
A few additional logistics in addition to below attendee email you should have received:
SPEAKERRELEASES
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las soon as possible . It is IMPERATIVE that we receive
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ABA programs are open to the media unless they are to conduct business sessions of a confidential
nature ." 11Media" may include print , radio, TV, internet or other journalists as credentialed by the
Division for Media Relations and Communication Services, including ABA journalists. In addition, you
acknowledge that media may record, photograph, or make fair use of portion s of your presentation ."
A/V PRESENTATION MATERIALS

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A/V will be available in the form of the following: a standing podium and microphone , a laptop
running Windows PowerPoint, and a computer projector with a wireless remote and large screen.
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If you have a PowerPoint you would like to use during your presentation, please bring it on a USB
memory key and ask the technician in the room to load it for you. Please do this AT LEAST15 m inutes
before your panel's start time.
CLECREDIT
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If you need CLEcredit, you must sign-in at t he CLEtable outside the Betts Theatre.
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NY AND IL SPEAKERS!Please note on your sign-in (or inform sectio n staff) if you are requesting
CLEcredit for the panel you are speaking on. Special credit calculation/certificates are required .
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ILLINOIS: You must provide section staff with preparation time spent in advance of the program to
earn any additional speaker credit.
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Monday, September 25 - Wednesday, September 27

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REGISTRATION

• • * Please come to the registration desk outside of the Continental

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Ballroom on Monday and the Grand Ballroom on Tuesday and Wednesday
to pick up your name badge and attendee packet when you arrive. As you
enter the Marvin Center, walk straight back and take the elevators to the
third floor for both ballrooms. For the programming, the Betts Theatre is
located on the first floor to the right when facing the elevators.
• * All CLEMaterials will be available on our website as PDFfiles by
Monday.
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Staff will be on hand beginning at 10:00 AM on Monday, and 8:00 AM
on Tuesday and Wednesday.
• • * If you requested an accommodation (dietary, mother's room,
accessibility), please ask at registration for more info.
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• • * If you need CLEcred it, you must sign-in at the CLEtable outside of the
Betts Theatre on the first floor. Your CLEinstructions and forms are
included in the materials collected at registration .
• • * NEW FORM IN MATERIALS!ABA CLEAttendance Reporting Request
Form (list of requ ired states on top of form). Email to
MCLE@americanbar.org or complete onl ine:
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• • * Attorneys licensed in New York must sign-in AND out for each
ind ividual session to receive the NY Certificate of Attendance (emailed
after the program).
• • * Attorneys licensed in Delaware and Illinois must sign-in for each
ind ividual session. Illinois attorneys will receive an IL Certificate of
Attendance (emailed after the program).
• • * Illinois speakers who wish to obtain CLEcredit must request the
Illinois Certificate of Teaching from ABA Ad Law staff and report preparation
time.
• • * If you need to review your state 's CLErequirements, please visit the
ABA's CLEWEBSITE.
• • * Contact Angela.Petro@americanbar.org with any CLEquestions after
the program.
MEALS

• • * Coffee, Tea, Soft Drinks & Water available throughout the program .

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meals will be in the Continental Ballroom on Monday and the Grand
Ballroom on Tuesday and Wednesday, both on the third floor .
• * Lunch is included with registration Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday,
Breakfast is included with registration Tuesday and Wednesday.
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• * Join us on Tuesday from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM for the Networking &
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The Betts Theatre is located at 800 21st Street NW, Washington, DC.

• • * Directions and parking info (at cost, we cannot validate park ing)
available on the Program Website.
• * 2 blocks from Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro station on
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Ame rican Bar Assoc iation
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ABA Ent ity: Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice
Name of Presenter ("Yo u"):

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I don't know . Map isn't up, we turned on the news
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What's the best number to reach you at?

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Hi all,

Attached you'll find severa l of the farewell photos from earlier this week.

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Are you ok? Staying at DHS or will you move to WH.

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Hey sir,
Y'all please go ahead , I will be a few min late because of a call with the Deputy
Secretary . Looking forward to talking.
Best,
Gene

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Sorry for the late break, but here is an updated draft of the agenda for today's conversation .
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Apologies for multiple drafts, but we had additional updates later in the evening. Primarily to
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Also for the Cyber session our speaker is likely to be Chris Krebs (cc'ed here)adjusted.

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Thank you for the feedback and introductions. This is as much your agenda as it is ours and we
will work this to the Secretary's liking .
Cyber fell off due to time restrictions, but I will work with DHS team to get it back on .
Understood on all else including the Secretary's timeline .
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Would it be possible for your schedules to put together a working group early next week? My
Monday and Tuesday are flexible right now. Or if nothing else, a conference call. The sooner the
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Please consider, how much time you feel would be appropriate for this group of 30+ to discuss
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you - but wanted to keep you updated on our thinking.
A couple of other items:
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a. • a. I noticed that the cyber topic fell off in this version - can we add it back
on?
b. • b. We've decided to not do the QHSRtopic at th is time - can you remove
that?
c. • c. A new reque st to change the name of CVEto Countering Terrorist
Recruitment and Radicalization
2. • 2. The Secretary is now slated to arrive the morning of Tuesday- at the beginning of
the meeting. That is somewhat dependent on the actual flight times - which we are
trying to firm up by next week. We are planning on him being there from Tuesday
through Thursday morning. Some members of our delegation will remain in Aspen after
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I.I know you're busy, so resending this as a reminder.
I hope the Miami conference went well and all those issues you had to monitor got resolved!
And thank you again for your time and lunch on Thursday.

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I've redrafted the agenda base on our conversation. Please, take a look and share your
comments.
A few question that remain:
1. • 1. What is the latest time you believe the Secretary would be available on Tuesday,
18 July. I would like to dedicate 15-20 minutes for him to address the group and go
around the table for introductions.
2. • 2. Do you have a scene setter/briefer for the QHSR?And CVE?
3. • 3. Would you please make the introductions to !(b)(6) l Gene, and f b)(B) I've got group
members ready to shape the discussions, but they want to understand the direction
OHSwant to take the conversation.

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today to gauge interest in being the discussion spark leaders.
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Thank you for reaching out. We are looking forward to working with you on the agenda.
I am on travel today, but in the office tomorrow and Friday. Would you like to meet for
can
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I am sharing an initia l draft for the summer meeting in Aspen, Colorado July 18-19. Secretary
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SECChertoff and REPJan Harman .
I would like to chat with you at some point in the near future about how we may further shape
this agenda and who from the Department would be in attendance. Would you be availab le
somet im e tomorrow to discuss? I'm willing to come to your location or we can chat on the
phone.
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Subject: Department-wide Personnel Accountability (DHS Eagle Horizon 2017, Shared Task 3a)
issued at 6/21/17 9:00 AM

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Gene Hamilton,

Depart ment-w ide Per sonnel Accountab ility (DH S Eag le Horizon 20 17, Shared Task 3a).

EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERC ISE

Th is is a test of the DHS Per sonnel Alert and Accountabi lity System as part of the Eagle
Horizon contin uity exercise . As required by DHS directive, plea se respo nd to this alert in
order for your DHS Component to detern1ine your accountability status.

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• • Select one of the responses below by clicking on the des ired Respon se text.
• • Repl y to this email with the corresponding number to your respon se on the top
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Thank s anyways. Appreciate you taking the time to help us!

Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Date: 2017/06/15 14:24:06

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Great! Let' s plan on sometime after 4. In the interim, for background, we have provided the following
statement in response to inquiries from member s of the press:

As a resu lt of recent negotiations between the U.S. and Iraq, Iraq has recently agreed to
accept a number of Iraqi nationals subject to orders of removal.
As part of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) effor1s to process the
backlog of these individu als, since May 2017, the agency has arrested 199 Iraqi nationals
nationwide , the overwhelming majority of whom had crimina l convictions for crimes
including homicide, rape, aggravated assault, kidnapping, burglary, drug trafficking,
robbery, sex assa ult, weapons violations and other offenses. Two individuals did not have
criminal conv ictions but have pending crimina l charges for drug trafficking , receiving
stolen property and multiple arrests for domestic violence. One individua l is a noncriminal with a fina l order of removal.
As part ofICE's recent enforcement effort, officers arrested 114 Iraqi nationals in Detroit
over the weekend and 85 throughout the rest of the country over the past severa l weeks.
As of April 17, 2017, there were 1,444 Iraqi nationals with final orders or removal.
Since the March 12, 2017 agreement with the Government oflraq regarding removals,
eight Iraqi nationals have been removed to Iraq.
ICE focuses its enforcement resources on individuals who pose a threat to national
secur ity, publ ic safety and border security . Howeve r, as Secretary Kelly has made clear,
ICE will not exempt classes or catego ries of removab le aliens from potential
enforcement. All of those in violation of the immigration laws may be subject to
immigration arrest, detention and, if found removable by final order , removal from the
United States .
These arrests are consistent with the routine, targeted enforcement action carried out by
ICE's Enforcement and Removal Operations on a daily basis. All enforcement activities
are conducted with the same level of professionalism and respect that ICE officers exh ibit
every day.

Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Coun selor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Hope all is well. I'm going through my inbox and realized I may not have rep lied to your
email. However, I think you are synced up with f b)(6)
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Hi Gene,

Just fo llow -up to make sure you saw th is e-mail I sent Wednesday . I hope that we are able t o sit
down with you or the appropr iate person somet ime soon . Thank you .

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I wanted to thank you again for the meeting you and Sec. Kelly held with our CEOmembers in
March. Since that time, you all have taken some impo rtant steps related to high-skilled
immigration, and we've also been doing some thinking on

that front. We recognized and appreciate that you all want to make sure high-skilled
visas tru ly are being utilized by highly-skilled individu als, and that American workers
aren 't being displaced .

To that end, I wondered if I could bring a small group of company representa t ives - maybe six
people - to meet with you and have a more in-de pth follow on conversation. If that sounds
good, just let me know what timing works for you and

we will do our best to work around your schedule.

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http ://www.ma -appellatecourts.org/?brief=SJC12276 10 Amicus The United States Brief.pdf

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Remove a keyboard tray. Thanks!
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Sounds good to me!
Gene P. Hamilton
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Thanks , Adam! The chairs look good. How big is the bookcase?
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Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Departmen t of Homeland Security
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I have attached pictures of the Bookcase and Guest chair we have available in the Warehouse.
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Gene Hamilton,

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Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

From: DHS Employee Communications
Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2017 3:11:36 PM
Subject: DHS Night At The Nationals

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YOU 'RE INVITED: DHS Night at the Nationals

You're invited to join Secretary John Kelly and fellow OHS employees

for a night of camaraderie and baseball
on Friday, June 9th at 7:05 p.m. for
OHS Night at the Nationals.

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Spend some time with your co-workers outside the office , invite you r family and friends,
and let's fill the stands to cheer on the home team. Tickets

will go fast, so get yours soon!

Friday , June 9th
7:05 p.m. vs . the Rangers

Groupmatics .events/DHS2017
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Hey sir,
Great to hear from you. For personal contacts, you can always reach me at
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Gene

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Hope all is well, no doubt you are busy!

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Me too.

Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counse lor to the Secretary
U.S. D epartment of Homeland Security

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Discuss talking poi nts for Michael Ne ifach's presentation at ABA
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Subject: Quick question

I'm writin g about the State rulemaking on new vetting questions for some visa app licants
and wond ering if there's anyth ing I should keep in mind in writing this up ..

https://www .federalreg ister.gov/documents /2017 /05/04/2017-08975 /notice-ofinformation-collection-under-omb-emergency-review-supplemental-guestions-forvisa#print

Also, I p lan to make reference to my last story th at you helped me on to exp lain what else
is under consideration but want to check to see if anyth ing has changed since that last
piece .

Thanks much for any guidance,

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I'm copying the DHS HR team on this email to facilitate the transfer of all ofmy HR-related
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Concur

Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Departm ent of Home land Security

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. As you correctly noted, this was a readout from us, not a joint statement
that needs to reflect the views of both parties. It's not our responsibility to present the
Haitian side, nor is it the Haitian's responsibility to present our side.

They can issue whatever they'd like to convey their position (but they shouldn't
misrepresent the Secretary's position on TPS).

Not to get into a tit-for-tat since it was a productive visit but we could also express
disappointment at how they (mis)handled the entire press engagement element of the
meetings.

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Hi All -

Just FYI and obviously no action.

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Here's my draft (some of it is very similar to other things we have written on these issues):
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- for the Cyber discussion "Advancing National Cybersecurity" should work for now .
Working on the framing intro today.
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DHSTeam,
I hope everyone enjoyed their Independence Day! Happy birthday, America!
I would just like to send a gentle reminder for the short discussion framing introductions to each topical
session. The sooner I can get those to our group members, the better prepared they will be to support
the conversation.
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Sorry for the late break, but here is an updated draft of the agenda for today's conversation.

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Apologies for mult iple drafts , but we had additional updates later in the evening . Primarily to the scene
setter speakers.
Also for the Cyber session our speaker is likely to be Chris Krebs (cc'ed here) - but that may be adjusted .
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Thank you for the feedback and introductions. This is as much your agenda as it is ours and we will work
this to the Secretary's liking.
Cyber fell off due to time restrictions, but I will work with OHSteam to get it back on. Understood on all
else including the Secretary's timeline .

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Would it be possible for your schedules to put together a working group ear ly next week? My Monday
and Tuesday are flexible r ight now. Or if nothing else, a conference call. The sooner the better.
Please consider, how much time you feel would be appropriate for this group of 30+ to discuss these
topics and how our group members may be leveraged to spark the conversation after the DHSscene
setter.
More to follow soon ...

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My apologies for the delay in getting back to you . Thanks for the updated agenda! Please see attached
with a few edits. This may evolve still as Gene, fb)(6)
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wanted to keep you updated on our thin king.
A couple of other items:
1. Agenda:
* I noticed that the cyber topic fell off in this version - can we add it back on?
* We've decided to not do the QHSRtopic at this time - can you remove that?
* A new request to change the name of CVEto Countering Terrorist Recruitment and Radicalization
2. The Secretary is now slated to arrive the morning of Tuesday- at the beginning of the meeting.
That is somewhat dependent on the actua l flight times - which we are trying to firm up by next week.
We are plann ing on him being there from Tuesday through Thursday morning. Some members of our
delegation will remain in Aspen after he departs.

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Finally - please meet Gene. !!bl/6l
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session: kh 11R1 1 is the lead for Aviation Security and Countering Terrorist Recruitment and Radicalization;
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work on the sessions. They will work with our proposed scene setters and have reach into the
appropriate parts of DHSto gather any info we may need to make this a successful session.
Thank you!
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I hope the Miami conference went well and all those issues you had to monitor got resolved! And thank
you again for your time and lunch on Thursday .
I've redrafted the agenda base on our conversation. Please, take a look and share your comments .
A few question t hat remain:
1. What is the latest time you believe the Secretary would be available on Tuesday, 18 July. I wou ld like
to dedicate 15-20 minutes for him to address the group and go around the table for introductions .
2. Do you have a scene setter/br iefer for the QHSR?And CVE?
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Thank you for reaching out. We are looking forward to working with you on the agenda. I am on travel
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go off Comms for about 6 hrs - I'm CC'ing j(b)(6) lwho can assist with the scheduling.
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Off the record, of course.
I don't think that's a fair thing to do considering the context I provided off the record. If you
publish with that material, I will note it for future referenc e- meaning I won't be responding to
any additional inquiries from you in the future.
That's not a good way to go about building relationships.
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Thanks, Gene. If there's an issue, you' ll need to clarify on t he record or on background. I've already filed
citing the New Yorker piece and gotten t he edit back, and I'm ready t o ship it. We on ly mention the aspects
of the story I cited below.
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told her-for attribution if desired-something along the lines of " it was a tremendous honor and privilege to
serve with the men and women of OHS.I look forward to seeing their continued successfrom a new role."
And off the record, this move has been in the works for some t ime.
Just FYI
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Gene

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depart.
Perhaps we can talk sometime soon .
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Gene P. Hamilton
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Thanks for following up, Gene. We're planning an item about your move in tomorrow's Morning Shift
newsletter .
Are you able to comment on why you're moving over to DOJ? Does it have anything to do with the
nomination of Kirstjen Nielsen?
Also, can you provide any more details about why you're moving?
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but I can confirm to you that I am joining the Office of the Attorney General at the Department
of Justice .

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but there isn' t even ink dry on paper, so to speak.

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How about I keep you posted? And I wouldn't read much into any reasons provided by sources.
I'm happy to tell you directly myself when the time is right.
Best,
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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I' m just following up. Several sources to ld me you're planning to leave DHS. One said you didn't agree with
the nomination of White House aide Kirstjen Nielsen to become secretary and aimed to jo in the Justice
Department under Sessionsinstead.
Are you able to confirm or deny? I'm planning to run an item about it in tomorrow's Morning Shift.
Best,

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http://www. cnn .com/2017 / 10/27 /politics/ adm in istration-i mm igration-officia 1-join ing-doj/i ndex. htm I
First on CNN: Top Trump immigra ti on staffer decamping OHSfor DOJ
By Tai Kopan, CNN
One of the Trum p admin istration's top immigration policy staffers is leaving the Department of
Homeland Security to join the attorney general's office at the Department of Justice -- reuniting him
with Jeff Sessions.
Gene Hamilt on, a senior counselor to the Homeland Security secretary since January and top
immigration policy expert for the administration, confirmed the move to CNN.
Hamilton's departure wi ll be a blow to Homelan d Security's policy shop, sources familia r with the
situation said. The agency is tasked with managing the vast majority of the administra t ion's immigration
portfolio.
But the move will reunite Hamilton, a former Sessions staffer , with t he Cabinet 's strongest immigration
policy hardliner, an early supporter of President Donald Trump who has been a key proponent of his
aggressive immigration agenda from his perch at DOJ.
Hamilton was a general counsel for Sessions on Capitol Hill and will work directly with the att orney
general in his new role. The switch is ten t atively expected to begin next week, the sources said.
Two sources familiar w ith his actions t old CNN that Hamilton first announced the move October 13 in a
staff meeting, but it took some time for it to be finalized.
After more than a week of wait ing, sources familiar w ith the situat ion said, it required intervention by
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The back and forth with the White House, now run by former OHSSecretary John Kelly as chief of staff,
and the agencies came to a head this week. The White House resisted making the change before the
new secretary was in place, in part over concern over how it wou ld be perceived, if it could be taken as a
reaction to the nomination of a new secretary, and by who would replace Hamilton.
After the push back, the personnel office finally relented late Wednesday evening, shortly before
Hamilton's previously scheduled farewell gathe ring. As an indicator of how both agencies were
supportive of his move, dozens attended the gathering, including the acting secretary, who had sent out
the invitation for it herself.
DOJdeclined to comment, saying it doesn't comment on personnel matters. The White House did not
immediately respond to a request for comment.
"Gene has been a highly valued member of the secretary's senior staff," OHSspokesman Tyler Houlton
said in a statement. "His deep knowledge of the issues the department handles and his dedication to
supporting the frontline law enforcement officers of DHSwill be missed. We look forward to working
closely with Gene in his new role at the Department of Justice."
Other sources also lamented the departure as a blow to OHS.
One of the sources, who is familiar with immigration issues, said the departure was a "big loss" for the
agency. Hamilton was the key staffer liaising with the Hill and the White House on implementing the
President's immigra t ion agenda.
"There is no one as steeped in these issues and who has been for such a long period of t ime," the source
said.
The move also came on the heels of the announcement of the nomination of Kelly's top staffer Kirstjen
Nielsen to lead the department, but according to sources familiar, the departure was in the works
before her announcement and was not driven by any animosity.
"I look forward to watching the department continue to thrive and succeed from a different role,"
Hamilton said when reached for comment . "I wish everyone the best and it 's been a privilege ."
While the move would take Hamilton out of the development of OHSimmigration policies, whe re the
secret ary's office oversees components including Immigrat ion and Customs Enforcement, Customs and
Border Protection and US Citizenship and Imm igration Services, DOJ under Sessions has been taking a
stronger role in immigration policy during this administration.
Sessions himself remains a thought leader in the administration on the tough immi gration agenda of the
President, and DOJmanages the nation's Imm igrat ion courts .
Justice also is charged with representing the government in litigation -- which would include all the
sanctuary cities litigation, DACA lawsuits and ongoing travel ban litigation .

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January 31, 2019

SENT VIA EMAIL TO: Khahilia.shaw@americanoversight.org , Daniel.mcgrath@americanoversight.org ,
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Khahilia Shaw
Counsel
American Oversight

Re:

American Oversight vs DHS
2019-HQLI-00019 (case 19-cv-01339)
Consultation Release Letter

Dear Ms. Shaw:
This is the consultation release in response to your client's October 4, 2018, Freedom of Information
Act (FOIA) request to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
For this production, DHS received back 28 pages we originally sent out for consultation with other
agencies. 16 pages were found to be non- responsive, and 12 pages have been withheld in part
pursuant to FOIA exemptions (b)(5) and (b)(6). The 12 pages for release are bates stamped DHS339-0019-000310 to DHS-339-0019-000321.
If you have any questions regarding this release, please contact Assistant U.S. Attorney, Alan Burch, United
States Attorney's Office, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, by email at ABurch1@usa.doj.gov.

Sincerely,

Bradley E. White
Sr. Director
Privacy Office Appeals/Litigation
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SENT VIA EMAIL TO: Khahilia.shaw@americanoversight.org , Daniel.mcgrath@americanoversight.org ,
foia@americanoversight.org
Khahilia Shaw
Counsel
American Oversight

Re:

American Oversight vs DHS
2019-HQLI-00019 (case 19-cv-01339)
Supplemental Release Letter

Dear Ms. Shaw:
This is the supplemental release in response to your client's October 4, 2018, Freedom of Information
Act (FOIA) request to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
For this production, DHS removed b5 exemption from 30 pages we originally sent out as part of the
release. The 30 pages for release are bates stamped DHS-339-0019-000322 to DHS-339-0019000351.
If you have any questions regarding this release, please contact Assistant U.S. Attorney, Alan Burch, United
States Attorney's Office, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, by email at ABurch1@usa.doj.gov.

Sincerely,

Bradley E. White
Sr. Director
Privacy Office Appeals/Litigation
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Thanks, ~ appreciate you reaching out. The men and women of OHS work hard , are tremendou s and
decent people who care about enforcing the law and protecting the homeland for eve1yone, and it' s
always helpful to get that side of the story out there (the good that we can achieve by preventing human
smuggling and trafficking).
Bu t just one more tim e, one of the names you listed didn 't do anything during the transition period and
didn't contribute to any of the plan s.
And as an aside, it 's kind of interesting that several outlets hav e picked up on these four particular names
(including mine, of course ).
Thanks again,
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Couns elor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Thanks, Gene. That helps a lot, and I appreciate you taking the time to explain it to me. In the spirit of
transparency, the story you see tomorrow will name those four people (including you) citing three
officials. I have been told by other members of the team as well as spokespeople that this is correct. But
we aren't saying that all of the plans came through during the transition, we simply say the team was
formed during the transition and these policy proposals came out later. We also explain that this was in
the interest of deterring migration and protecting the women and children who are often exposed to
horrific things on the journey .
I really appreciate your help tonight-I know your time is very valuable these days. It is so useful to be
able to go straight to the source rather than playing telephone through OPA. I hope you'll continue to
reach out to me in the future to share information that will make my reporting more accurate.
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Unfortunately, I can't. I have to honor that agreement. I wouldn't take silence as acquiescence, though.
But I would just emphasize-again on background-that the Department has adopted many policies
aimed at securing our borders. And Secretary Kelly laid many of them out in his February 20
memorandum: https://www. dhs.gov/sites/default/fi les/pub lications/ 17 0220 S l Impl ementing-thePresidents-Border-Security-Immigration-Enforcement- Improvement-Policies.pdf . Among the many
policies, I would ask that you take a look at section M of the memo linked to above. We view a secure
border not only as a fundamental obligation of any sovereign nation, but also as a humanitarian
imperative; fewer aliens making the journey north to our southern border-particularly children and
women- means fewer sexual assaults, fewer beatings, fewer deaths, and other such terrible activities that
take place along this dangerous network. We understand the motivations of those who might want to take
the journey -t he United States continues to be the greatest beacon for freedom and human rights
anywhere in the world- but we cannot ignore the human suffering that accompanies an unsecure border.
Does that help?
Thanks!
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Yes, thanks Gene. Could you give me an off the record tip on the person I am including that did not work
on this? I have reached out to everyone and no one pushed back, and the spokespeople told me this list
was right.
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I don't think that's quite right. While anyone who worked on the transition effort
signed a non-disclosure agreement (so there are limits to what I can say) I can
personally guarantee you that one of the names your source provided you didn't do
anything of the sort. And at least one of the propo sals your source provided did not
originate from the transition team. So as a friendly tip, I might think about relying
on the source.
What I think is okay for me to say is that the transition had an immigration/wall
team (I think it was reported on), and that the team worked hard to provide expertise
and counsel on policie s and plans to execute the President's ten-point plan
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Ok thank you. Yes, not for attribution, but just for the sake of accuracy, I wanted to run this
by you:
I'm saying that you, Julie Kirchner, Dimple Shah and Kathy Nuebel-Kobarik worked on a
team that developed a range of policies on immigration. One of the goals was to
discourage women and children from making the dangerous journey north. Ideas that
came from the team included: separating women and children at the border, criminally
charging parents who pay smugglers to bring their children and cracking down on asylum
fraud.
Please let me know if any of that strikes you as incorrect. I think the story will run mid-day
tomorrow.
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Thanks for the note. Not in a good place to talk for quite a while , but could maybe
help answer specific questions on background without attribution if you can send
them to me.
Thanks!
Gene

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Hi Gene,
As you may know, I am writing a story for Reuters (to be published tomorrow) that details
the team of advisors who came up with, among other things, strategies to deter migration
by women and children . I wondered if I might be able to run a few claims I am making by
you for the sake of accuracy. Please email me back or feel free to call if you can.
Thank you,
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Good talking to you on Tuesday, hope your trip to Brussels went well. As we discussed
on Tuesday, it is difficult to coordinate everyone's schedule and is best to break the
meeting into two - 1) Cybersecurity and National Protection and 2) Prevent Terrorism,
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If there are other topics you would like to discuss based on the HSSEDIAnnual report or
monthly update, please let me know. I think the next step is to identify a lead to
coordinate calendars on your side and I will have my admin work with that person to
schedule the meetings.

Looking forward to the discussion and ensuring we are focusing on DHS' most important
priorities.

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What's the best number to reach you at?

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Here's my draft (some of it is very similar to other things we have written on these issues):
Vetting, Screening, and the Rule of Law
The American people deserve and expect an immigration system that serves the national interest--one
that has as its paramount priority their safety , security , and well-being. Yet, until now, the United States
has not previously established international direct infonnation sharing requirements in support of visa and
immigration screening and vetting. Nor has it established uniform screening and vetting standards that are
applicable to individuals who seek admission to the United States through our generous immigration
system. This lack of information sharing requirements and uniform screening and vetting standards reveal
significant vulnerabilities, as both play a crucial role in detecting potentially dangerous individualsincluding terrorists, criminals , and other threat actors- and preventing them from entering our territory.
Relatedly, border security is critically important to the national security of the United States. Aliens who
illegally enter the United States without inspection or admission present a significant threat to national
security and public safety. Such aliens have not been identified or inspected by Federal immigration
officers to determine their admissibility to the United States. And aliens who illegally enter the United
States and those who overstay or otherwise violate the tenns of their visas may present a significant threat
to national security and public safety. This is particularly so for aliens who are associated with terrorist
organizations , transnational criminal organizations, or who engage in criminal conduct in the United
States.
The Trump Administration is committed to enhancing the safety and security of the American people , and
has issued multiple executive orders to address these issues since taking office in January of this year.
Key questions for participants include:
What can we do to enhance our vetting and screening systems to better protect the
American people?
o o * How can we better incentivize international cooperation to support our vetting and
screening systems?
o o * How can we better analyze the volume of information we have collected to support our
vetting and screening systems-while protecting sources and methods and safeguarding data
consistent with applicable law?
o o * How can interior enforcement of our immigration laws contribute to enhanced border
security? And homeland security?
o o * How can enforcement of our immigration laws contribute to the dismantling of transnational
criminal organizations and decrease the flow of special interest aliens into the United States?
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That's a lot for one session- and there's a lot more we could discuss- but that's what I have for now. I
can cut it down to size if need be. Workable?
Thanks!
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Advancing National Cybersecurity
The Trump Administration is building on a solid foundation in aggressively advancing cybersecurity risk
management across our nation's Federal networks and critica l infrastructure . Executive Order 13800,
Strengthening the Cybersecurity of Federal Networks and Critical Infrastructure , maps out the
Administration's and Department's priorities and areas of emphasis. The global threat environment,
however, is not waiting for our final reports. Recent global events like WannaCry and NotPetya have
highlighted the increasingly complex tools under development by our adversaries, as well as the broader
challenge of an inherently vulnerable global cyber ecosystem . As we look to reduce systemic cyber risk
in our most critical systems and networks, while simultaneously creating market conditions to foster a
more secure and resilient ecosystem for all, it is clear that success is a shared responsibility . Key
questions for participants include :

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How can the Department work closer with the private sector and the security research
community to more effectively share early indicators on emerging threats and events?
How does the inexorable shift to managed service providers {MSPs) and Cloud Service
Providers {MSPs) change how threat actors can access targets?
Is the government policy model for critical infrastructure protection and 16 sectors,
enshrined in Presidential Policy Directive 21 - Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience,
still relevant?
What are the current challenges facing MSPs and CSPsas they face increasing scrutiny and
oversight from state and federal regulatory bodies?
What is the Department's "value proposition" when it comes to encouraging the private
sector to work with us in cybersecurity risk management and incident response?
What incentives would encourage the private sector to work with DHSand come forward
before, during, and after incidents.

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Raising the Baseline for Aviation Security Globally
Terrorists continue to target the aviation sector. We are seeing a "spider web" of threats to passenger
aircraft, as groups like ISISand al Qaeda pursue every available means to threaten the flying public, such
as innovative concealment of explosives, recruitment of airport and airline insiders, and hijacking of
aircraft. That is why DHSSecretary John Kelly recently announced "seen and unseen" enhancements to
raise the baseline for aviation security globally. Key questions for participants include:
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How can we better improve aviation security worldwide in a risk-based manner?
What should be done to prepare for emerging terror tactics, such as the use of weaponized
unmanned aerial systems?
How can we prevent the types of airport attacks we saw in Istanbul and Brussels?
What can be done to further improve deterrence so that terrorists no longer see aviation as an
attractive target?
What broader counterterrorism improvements would help deter, detect, and disrupt terrorist
travel overall?
How can we use carrots and sticks to encourage foreign partners to step up their counterterrorism
efforts in this space?
Countering Terrorist Recruitment and Radicalization
Terrorist activity worldwide has reached unprecedented levels, including here in the homeland.
Extremists are radicalizing their followers across borders and at broadband speed. Indeed, ISISand al
Qaeda are using "virtual" safe havens to find, train, and deploy new recruits to carry out their violence .
The result is a major uptick in homegrown terror plotting, which is especially difficult to stop. Key
questions for participants include:
How do we increase public and community awareness of the threat?
What can be done to develop greate r "early warning" that individuals have radicalized to violence,
especially as terrorists migrate to secure communication platforms?
How should we fight back against terrorist recruitment online without compromising our own free
speech and data privacy?
Can radical suspects be successfully "off-ramped"; if so, what is government's role in doing so?
What should be done about the ticking -time-bomb of terror suspects that will be released from
U.S. prisons in the coming years?
In an age of crowd-sourced terror, how should t he U.S. government be structured to respond
quickly and adaptably to the threat?

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I hope everyone enjoyed their Independence Day! Happy birthday, America!
I would just like to send a gentle rem inder for the short discussion framing introductions to each topical
session. The sooner I can get those to our group members, the better prepared they will be to support
the conversation.
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Apologies for multiple drafts, but we had additional updates later in the evening . Primarily to the scene
setter speakers.
Also for the Cyber session our speaker is likely to be Chris Krebs (cc'ed here) - but that may be adjusted .
Best,

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Thank you for the feedback and introductions. This is as much your agenda as it is ours and we will work
this to the Secretary's liking.
Cyber fell off due to time restrictions, but I will work with OHSteam to get it back on. Understood on all
else including the Secretary's timeline.

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And, moving you to CC now.
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Would it be possible for your schedules to put together a working group ear ly next week? My Monday
and Tuesday are flexible right now. Or if nothing else, a conference call. The sooner the better.
Please consider, how much time you feel would be appropriate for this group of 30+ to discuss these
topics and how our group members may be leveraged to spark the conversation after the DHSscene
setter.
More to follow soon ...

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My apologies for the delay in getting back to you . Thanks for the updated agenda! Please see attached
with a few edits. This may evolve still as Gene, fb)(6)
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wanted to keep you updated on our thinking .
A couple of other items:
1. Agenda:
* I noticed that the cyber topic fell off in this version - can we add it back on?
* We've decided to not do the QHSRtopic at this time - can you remove that?
* A new request to change the name of CVEto Countering Terrorist Recruitment and Radicalization
2. The Secretary is now slated to arrive the morning of Tuesday- at the beginning of the meeting.
That is somewhat dependent on the actua l flight times - which we are trying to firm up by next week.
We are plann ing on him being there from Tuesday through Thursday morning. Some members of our
delegation will remain in Aspen after he departs.

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Finally - please meet Gene. l<bl/6l
L Gene and!(b)(6) ~ are the leads for the Screening/Vetting
session: kh 11R1 1 is the lead for Aviation Security and Countering Terrorist Recruitment and Radicalization;
and fr~"; ' ,is the lead for Cyber. Feel free to connect them to the appropriate people on your staff to
work on the sessions. They will work with our proposed scene setters and have reach into the
appropriate parts of DHSto gather any info we may need to make this a successful session.
Thank you!
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I hope the Miami conference went well and all those issues you had to monitor got resolved! And thank
you again for your time and lunch on Thursday .
I've redrafted the agenda base on our conversation. Please, take a look and share your comments .
A few question that remain:
1. What is the latest time you believe the Secretary would be available on Tuesday, 18 July. I would like
to dedicate 15-20 minutes for him to address the group and go around the table for introductions .
2. Do you have a scene setter/briefer for the QHSR?And CVE?
I' ve got group members ready
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Thank you for reaching out. We are looking forward to working w ith you on the agenda. I am on travel
today, but in the office tomorrow and Friday. Would you like to meet for coffee or lunch? I'm about to
go off Comms for about 6 hrs - I'm CC'ing j(b)(6) lwho can assist with the scheduling.
Best,

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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tomorrow to discuss? I'm willing to come to your location or we can chat on the phone .
Thank you,

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Date: 2017/10/26 22:57:20

Priority: Normal
Type: Note

Off the record, of course.
I don't think that 's a fair thing to do considering the context I provided off the record. If you
publish with that material, I will note it for future reference - meaning I won't be responding to
any additional inquiries from you in the future.
That's not a good way to go about building relationships.
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Thanks, Gene. If there's an issue, you' ll need to clarify on t he record or on background. I' ve already filed
citing the New Yorker piece and gotten t he edit back, and I'm ready t o ship it. We on ly mention the aspects
of the story I cited below.
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Off the record again. I don't think that either sentence is a fair assessment.
I worked with Stephen as anyone else would at a senior level.
DHS estimated that it could possibly process 42k under one estimate, on another , 26k.
Both were fairly aggressive numbers under the parameters that were established. The real
number that can be proces sed in FY18 could be lower. It's better to under promise and
over deliver than to set a number that will never be met. The problem is, no one knows
what's possible under the new vetting/screening regime.

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https://www.newyorker.com/news/news
fewer-refugees

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fiscal year 2018
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On background:
- next week
- Counselor to the Attorney General.

Gene P. Hamilton
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Do you have an end date at OHSor a start date at DOJ, Gene? And a DOJtitle?

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Don't know why I said that. Yes, CNN. Trying to do too much at once. Thanks

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Thanks, Gene.....
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I'll let you know if any other questions come up.

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I just spoke with K~l( ~ver at Politico. To be fair to you, I told her it was fine to say I confirmed the move. And I
told her-for attribut ion if desired-something along the lines of "it was a tremendous honor and privilege to
serve with the men and women of DHS. I look forward to seeing their continued successfrom a new role."
And off the record, this move has been in the works for some t ime.
Just FYI
Thanks again,
Gene

Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
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I appreciate the background, Gene. I'll let you know if any other questions come up.

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depart.
Perhaps we can talk sometime soon .
Best,

Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Subject: Re: OHS
Thanks for following up, Gene. We're planning an item about your move in tomorrow's Morning Shift
newsletter.
Are you able to comment on why you're moving over to DOJ? Does it have anything to do with the
nomination of Kirstjen Nielsen?
Also, can you provide any more details about why you're moving?
I'm planning to file by 8:30pm or so. I'm in transit now but shou ld be available by 6:30pm at "'"l
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Hi l(b)(6)

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Thanks for check ing back in. Hope all is well.
It continues to be my personal preference to not have any personnel moves reported in the press,

but I can confirm to you that I am joining the Office of the Attorney General at the Department
of Justice.
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Hi Gene,
Do you have some time to chat this week? I'm around for the next hour or so, and will also have some time
on Wed and Thurs.

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Can we connect in a few days?
Gene P. Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
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this time, because nothing is finalized. I'm happy to let you know as soon as something changes,
but there isn' t even ink dry on paper, so to speak.

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How about I keep you posted? And I wouldn't read much into any reasons provided by sources.
I'm happy to tell you directly myself when the time is right.
Best,
Gene P . Hamilton
Senior Counselor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Hi Gene,
I' m just following up. Several sources to ld me you're planning to leave DHS.One said you didn't agree with
the nomination of White House aide Kirstjen Nielsen to become secretary and aimed to jo in the Justice
Department under Sessionsinstead.
Are you able to confirm or deny? I'm planning to run an item about it in tomorrow's Morning Shift.
Best,

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I'm a reporter with Politico . Do you have a moment to talk about your work at DHS? I heard you're moving to
the Attorney General's office, but wanted to confirm and hear a little more. I'm at fbl/6\
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Best,

Employment and Immigration Reporter
POLITICOPro

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February 12, 2021 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Washington, DC 20528
Homeland 
Security
SENT VIA EMAIL TO: Khahilia.shaw@americanoversight.org , Daniel.mcgrath@americanoversight.org , 
foia@americanoversight.org
Khahilia Shaw 
Counsel 
American Oversight 
Re: American Oversight vs DHS 
 2019-HQLI-00019 (case 19-cv-01339) 
 Supplemental Release Letter
Dear Ms. Shaw: 
This is a supplemental release in response to your client’s October 4, 2018, Freedom of Information 
Act (FOIA) request to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). 
For this production, DHS removed b5 and b6 redactions from information previously withheld. The 
321 pages for release are bates stamped DHS-339-0019-v2-000001 to DHS-339-0019-v2-000321. 
If you have any questions regarding this release, please contact Assistant U.S. Attorney, Thomas Duffey, United 
States Attorney’s Office, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, by email at 
Thomas.Duffey@usdoj.gov
Sincerely, 
 Bradley E. White 
 Sr. Director 
 Privacy Office Appeals/Litigation
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Subject: RE: How to Improve Refugee Vetting Right Now; press release 
Date: 
Priority: 
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Thanks, Janice! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
2017/04/24 22:07:50 
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Hey Chris, 
Thanks for the note. Sorry I missed you, I was down at a meeting at the White House. I imagine you met 
with Ambassador Nealon? 
Let's catch up soon. 
Best, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Gene: 
I just want to give you a heads up that I'll now be joining the El Salvador delegation members for their 
meeting at DHS HQ at 4:30 PM today. 
Looking forward to catching up soon. 
Best, 
Chris 
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Thanks, Julia. I appreciate you reaching out. The men and women of OHS work hard, are tremendous and 
decent people who care about enforcing the law and protecting the homeland for eve1yone, and it's 
always helpful to get that side of the story out there (the good that we can achieve by preventing human 
smuggling and trafficking). 
But just one more time, one of the names you listed didn't do anything during the transition period and 
didn't contribute to any of the plans. 
And as an aside, it's kind of interesting that several outlets have picked up on these four particular names 
(including mine, of course). 
Thanks again, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Thanks, Gene. That helps a lot, and I appreciate you taking the time to explain it to me. In the spirit of 
transparency, the story you see tomorrow will name those four people (including you) citing three 
officials. I have been told by other members of the team as well as spokespeople that this is correct. But 
we aren't saying that all of the plans came through during the transition, we simply say the team was 
formed during the transition and these policy proposals came out later. We also explain that this was in 
the interest of deterring migration and protecting the women and children who are often exposed to 
horrific things on the journey. 
I really appreciate your help tonight-I know your time is very valuable these days. It is so useful to be 
able to go straight to the source rather than playing telephone through OPA. I hope you'll continue to 
reach out to me in the future to share information that will make my reporting more accurate. 
Best, 
Julia 
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Unfortunately, I can't. I have to honor that agreement. I wouldn't take silence as acquiescence, though. 
But I would just emphasize-again on background-that the Department has adopted many policies 
aimed at securing our borders. And Secretary Kelly laid many of them out in his February 20 
memorandum: https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/ 17 0220 S l Implementing-the￾Presidents-Border-Security-Immigration-Enforcement-Improvement-Policies.pdf. Among the many 
policies, I would ask that you take a look at section M of the memo linked to above. We view a secure 
border not only as a fundamental obligation of any sovereign nation, but also as a humanitarian 
imperative; fewer aliens making the journey north to our southern border-particularly children and 
women-means fewer sexual assaults, fewer beatings, fewer deaths, and other such terrible activities that 
take place along this dangerous network. We understand the motivations of those who might want to take 
the journey-the United States continues to be the greatest beacon for freedom and human rights 
anywhere in the world-but we cannot ignore the human suffering that accompanies an unsecure border. 
Does that help? 
Thanks! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Yes, thanks Gene. Could you give me an off the record tip on the person I am including that did not work 
on this? I have reached out to everyone and no one pushed back, and the spokespeople told me this list 
was right. 
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Thanks, Julia. 
I don't think that's quite right. While anyone who worked on the transition effort 
signed a non-disclosure agreement (so there are limits to what I can say) I can 
personally guarantee you that one of the names your source provided you didn't do 
anything of the sort. And at least one of the proposals your source provided did not 
originate from the transition team. So as a friendly tip, I might think about relying 
on the source. 
What I think is okay for me to say is that the transition had an immigration/wall 
team (I think it was reported on), and that the team worked hard to provide expertise 
and counsel on policies and plans to execute the President's ten-point plan 
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Is that helpful at all? 
Gene P. Hamilton 
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Ok thank you. Yes, not for attribution, but just for the sake of accuracy, I wanted to run this 
by you: 
I'm saying that you, Julie Kirchner, Dimple Shah and Kathy Nuebel-Kobarik worked on a 
team that developed a range of policies on immigration. One of the goals was to 
discourage women and children from making the dangerous journey north. Ideas that 
came from the team included: separating women and children at the border, criminally 
charging parents who pay smugglers to bring their children and cracking down on asylum 
fraud. 
Please let me know if any of that strikes you as incorrect. I think the story will run mid-day 
tomorrow. 
Best, 
Julia 
Julia Edwards Ainsley 
Reuters News 
Thomson Reuters 
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Thanks for the note. Not in a good place to talk for quite a while, but could maybe 
help answer specific questions on background without attribution if you can send 
them to me. 
Thanks! 
Gene 
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Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 4:27:40 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Reuters story 
Hi Gene, 
As you may know, I am writing a story for Reuters (to be published tomorrow) that details 
the team of advisors who came up with, among other things, strategies to deter migration 
by women and children. I wondered if I might be able to run a few claims I am making by 
you for the sake of accuracy. Please email me back or feel free to call if you can. 
Thank you, 
Julia 
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Complex. 
John, 
Adding Susanne Cassil on our team who can coordinate these two separate meetings--the 
cyber meeting for Chris and the other for Gene and myself. Will likely need to be second 
to or last week of June. 
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Subject: HSSEDI Support to DHS Priorities 
Miles, 
Good talking to you on Tuesday, hope your trip to Brussels went well. As we discussed 
on Tuesday, it is difficult to coordinate everyone's schedule and is best to break the 
meeting into two - 1) Cybersecurity and National Protection and 2) Prevent Terrorism, 
Border Security, Immigration and Transportation Security. 
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c. Wrap/up and summary 
If there are other topics you would like to discuss based on the HSSEDI Annual report or 
monthly update, please let me know. I think the next step is to identify a lead to 
coordinate calendars on your side and I will have my admin work with that person to 
schedule the meetings. 
Looking forward to the discussion and ensuring we are focusing on DHS' most important 
priorities. 
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MEMORANDUM 
Date: July 12, 2017 
To: Gene Hamilton 
ATTN: Susanne Cassil 
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From: Lynn Jacquez 
Re: Meeting Request 
I am writing to request a meeting on behalf of the United Agribusiness League (UnitedAg). 
Representatives from UnitedAg's Board and Advocacy Committee will be in Washington on 
July 24 and July 25, 2017. 
Based in Irvine, California with operations in multiple Western states, UnitedAg represents more 
than 650 agricultural employers, 30 agricultural trade associations, and 35,000 individual 
members. Representatives from every corner of the agribusiness industry comprise UnitedAg's 
Advocacy Committee, including producers, distributors, researchers, consultants, and association 
leadership. This group will include the following Board and Committee members: 
• A.I. Cisney - Rancho Guadalupe (Santa Maria, CA) 
• Veronica Urzua - Pacific International Marketing (Salinas, CA) 
• Mack Ramsey - Calberi, Inc. and Pacific Commerce Group, LLC (Oceanside, CA) 
• Les Graulich - Plantel Nurseries, Inc. (Santa Maria, CA) 
• Tom Amaro - Pacific Ag Consulting (Visalia, CA) 
• Larry Peltzer - Peltzer Enterprises, Inc. (Visalia, CA) 
• Kirti Mutatkar - President & CEO of UnitedAg (Irvine, CA) 
The group would very much appreciate the opportunity to discuss pressing issues related to 
agricultural labor and immigration. 
In addition to the UnitedAg representatives, Chris Schulte and I would also attend the meeting 
from CJ Lake. Thank you for your attention to this request. If you have any questions or require 
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Thank you for the feedback and introductions. This is as much your agenda as it is ours 
and we will work this to the Secretary's liking. 
Cyber fell off due to time restrictions, but I will work with OHS team to get it back on. 
Understood on all else including the Secretary's timeline. 
And, moving you to CC now. 
Chris, Gene, and Miles: 
Would it be possible for your schedules to put together a working group early next 
week? My Monday and Tuesday are flexible right now. Or if nothing else, a conference 
call. The sooner the better. 
Please consider, how much time you feel would be appropriate for this group of 30+ to 
discuss these topics and how our group members may be leveraged to spark the 
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Perfect. Apologies for the logistical question. Thanks! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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There is an attached parking garage to the Marvin Center... 
Marvin Center Garage: Access on H Street between 21st and 22nd Streets 
We can validate. Let me know if you need anything else. 
JMS 
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All: here is an adjusted outline for tomorrow. Thank you, Gene and f:J for 
joining! 
Congressman: did you plan to have the panelists make introductory comments? I 
don't recall from the call today. 
~fb_l< 6_> ___ ~1 please add other areas you want to address. 
Gene~ let us know if there are other questions you want the Congressman to 
throw your way ( or avoid). 
Thoughts? Questions? 
The Law and Policv o(Securing the Border & the Immigration System 
1st Half: Border Security, Enforcement and Immigration System Reform 
2nd Half: Executive Order 13780 and today's new Presidential Proclamation 
Enhancing Vetting Capabilities and Processes for Detecting Attempted Ent,y Into 
the United States by Terrorists or Other Public-Safety Threats 
Threat Landscape 
Gene: talk about the threat landscape from your perspective, what is Administration 
most concerned about, lay out the threat actors and vectors. 
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Border Security 
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priorities and plans relative to border security. Talk about the plans and progress 
relative to the border wall and fencing. 
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priorities and plans relative to immigration enforcement. 
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Gene: talk us through the process for both the EO and the new PP, and the key 
findings and recommendations that led to the framework laid out in these policies. 
Christian: talk about these executive actions from your perspective and how do be 
better enhance our screening, vetting & watch-listing systems (i.e. countering 
terrorist travel)? 
Josh: where are we in the legal process relative to the EO and how will this PP 
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Thank you again for agreeing to participate in and support 
this year's Homeland Security Law Institute of the 
American Bar Association. This email serves to provide 
you with key logistical information about the Institute and 
to facilitate a conference call with your panel members. 
Key details include -
• • * Agenda: Here is a link to the current agenda. 
• • * Location: The Betts Theatre at the Marvin 
Center at George Washington University (800 21st 
NW, Washington, DC 20052). 
• • * Panel/Date/Time: The Law and Policy of 
Securing the Border & the Immigration System I 
Tuesday, September 26 / 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm 
• • * Panel Details: See below. 
• • * Proposed Conference Call (all eastern time): 
Sunday, September 24 at 6:00 pm, Monday 
September 25, at 8:00 am or between 10:00 am and 
12:00 pm, or after 4:00 pm. 
Key items we need from you -
• • * Confirm your available times for a conference 
call. 
• • * Confom your name and title below and send a 
bio as soon as possible. 
• • * Please return the attached ABA speaker 
release fo1m (signed) to me as soon as possible 
(Word version is for government employees; PDF 
version is for non-government speakers). 
THE LAW AND POLICY OF SECURING THE 
BORDER & THE IMMIGRATION SYSTEM 
Border security and immigration dominate headlines and 
lead the list of homela_gd security priorities. This panel will 
discuss current policy initiatives and legal issues taken on 
by Congress, the Department of Homeland Security and the 
State Department, including Executive Order 13780. Our 
panel of experts will share their insights on these efforts 
and how they impact the country, the department, and 
counterterrorism efforts. 

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• • * Hon. James Turner, Of Counsel, Hance 
Scarborough, LLP, and Former Representative for 
the 2nd District of Texas, U.S. House of 
Representatives, Washington, DC (moderator) 
• • * Christian J. Beckner, Assistant Vice 
President and Deputy Director, Center for Cyber & 
Homeland Security at George Washington 
University, Washington, DC 
• • * Patricia F.S. Cogswell, Assistant Director, 
Intelligence, U.S. Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, U.S. Department of Homeland 
Security, Washington, DC 
• • * Joshua A. Geltzer, Executive Director, 
Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and 
Protection, Georgetown University Law Center, and 
former Senior Director for Counterterrorism, 
National Security Council, The White House, 
Washington, DC 
• • * Gene P. Hamilton, Senior Counselor to the 
Secretary; U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 
Washington, DC 
Let me know if you have any questions or need anything 
from us. I will get with Congressman Turner to throw 
some potential questions and topics for you to review this 
weekend. Thank you again for serving! 
Best, 
Josh 
Joshua M. Snavely, M.B.A., J.D., LL.M. 
Dean, Langston University 
Co-Chair, ABA Homeland Security Law Institute 
Co-Chair, ABA Homeland Security & National Defense 
Committee 
Member, ABA Cybersecurity Legal Task Force 
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Subject: RE: Homeland Security Law Institute - Details and Conference Call (Border Security & 
Immigration) 
Date: 2017/09/26 12:12:29 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Just flagging, I can likely discuss the priority for securing the border with infrastructure, but 
would be best to avoid commenting on specifics because of the potential for litigation. 
Thanks again, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Subject: Re: Homeland Security Law Institute - Details and Conference Call (Border Security & 
Immigration) 
My preference is to skip the introductory comments and go directly to Q & A. Often 
introductory comments can consume a lot of time and crowd out Q & A. As I mentioned on 
our call yesterday I want everyone to jump in when they have a thought or want to add a 
perspective irrespective of who may be commenting at the time. I find this more conversational 
and more interesting to the audience. 
Thanks for your help in organizing and thanks to all the panelists for participating. See you at 
3:30 this afternoon. 
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All: here is an adjusted outline for tomorrow. Thank you, Gene and ~ for 
joining! 
Congressman: did you plan to have the panelists make introductory comments? I 
don't recall from the call today. 
Josh/Christian: please add other areas you want to address. 
Gene/j<bl(6l I let us know if there are other questions you want the Congressman to 
throw your way ( or avoid). 
Thoughts? Questions? 
The Law and Policy of Securing the Border & the Immigration System 
1st Half: Border Security, Enforcement and Immigration System Reform 
2nd Half: Executive Order 13780 and today's new Presidential Proclamation 
Enhancing Vetting Capabilities and Processes for Detecting Attempted Entry Into 
the United States by Terrorists or Other Public-Safety Threats 
Threat Landscape 
Gene: talk about the threat landscape from your perspective, what is 
Administration most concerned about, lay out the threat actors and vectors. 
Josh: what would you add to that, what should we be worried about? 
Border Security 
Gene: from an operations and policy perspective, lay out for us the 
Administration priorities and plans relative to border security. Talk about the 
plans and progress relative to the border wall and fencing. 
Immigration Enforcement 
j(b)(6) I from an operations and policy perspective, talk about the Administration 
priorities and plans relative to immigration enforcement. 
Immigration System & Reform 
Christian: big picture, walk us through the areas the Administration should be 
thinking about when it comes to refo1ming the immigration system. 
Legal Landscape & Frameworks 
Josh: lay out for us the pressing and central legal issues to the policies above. 
Executive Order 13780 and new Presidential Proclamation 
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Gene: talk us through the process for both the EO and the new PP, and the key 
findings and recommendations that led to the framework laid out in these policies. 
Christian: talk about these executive actions from your perspective and how do be 
better enhance our screening, vetting & watch-listing systems (i.e. countering 
terrorist travel)? 
Josh: where are we in the legal process relative to the EO and how will this PP 
impact it; talk through other critical legal issues we should be thinking about and 
evaluating here. 
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Josh - my apologies for the late response. I will be 
unable to attend the panel. 
I'll look to call Monday. 
Thank you 
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Joshua A. Geltzer 
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Subject: Homeland Security Law Institute - Details and 
Conference Call (Border Security & Immigration) 
Good Afternoon, Colleagues & Friends! 
Thank you again for agreeing to participate in and 
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the American Bar Association. This email serves to 
provide you with key logistical information about the 
Institute and to facilitate a conference call with your 
panel members. 
Key details include -
• • * Agenda: Here is a link to the current 
agenda. 
• • * Location: The Betts Theatre at the Marvin 
Center at George Washington University (800 
21st NW, Washington, DC 20052). 
• • * Panel/Date/Time: The Law and Policy of 
Securing the Border & the Immigration System 
/ Tuesday, September 26 / 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm 
• • * Panel Details: See below. 
• • * Proposed Conference Call ( all eastern time): 
Sunday, September 24 at 6:00 pm, Monday 
September 25, at 8:00 am or between 10:00 am 
and 12:00 pm, or after 4:00 pm. 
Key items we need from you -
• • * Confirm your available times for a 
conference call. 
• • * Confirm your name and title below and send 
a bio as soon as possible. 
• • * Please return the attached ABA speaker 
release form (signed) to me as soon as possible 
(Word version is for government employees; 
PDF version is for non-government speakers). 
THE LAW AND POLICY OF SECURING THE 
BORDER & THE IMMIGRATION SYSTEM 
Border security and immigration dominate headlines and 
lead the list of homeland security priorities. This panel 
will discuss current policy initiatives and legal issues 
taken on by Congress, the Department of Homeland 
Security and the State Department, including Executive 
Order 13780. Our panel of experts will share their 
insights on these efforts and how they impact the 
country, the department, and counterterrorism efforts. 

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• • * Hon. James Turner, Of Counsel, Hance 
Scarborough, LLP, and Former Representative 
for the 2nd District of Texas, U.S. House of 
Representatives, Washington, DC (moderator) 
• • * Christian J. Beckner, Assistant Vice 
President and Deputy Director, Center for Cyber 
& Homeland Security at George Washington 
University, Washington, DC 
• • * Patricia F.S. Cogswell, Assistant Director, 
Intelligence, U.S. Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, U.S. Department of Homeland 
Security, Washington, DC 
• • * Joshua A. Geltzer, Executive Director, 
Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and 
Protection, Georgetown University Law Center, 
and former Senior Director for Counterterrorism, 
National Security Council, The White House, 
Washington, DC 
• • * Gene P. Hamilton, Senior Counselor to the 
Secretary; U.S. Department of Homeland 
Security, Washington, DC 
Let me know if you have any questions or need anything 
from us. I will get with Congressman Turner to throw 
some potential questions and topics for you to review 
this weekend. Thank you again for serving! 
Best, 
Josh 
Joshua M. Snavely, M.B.A., J.D., LL.M. 
Dean, Langston University 
Co-Chair, ABA Homeland Security Law Institute 
Co-Chair, ABA Homeland Security & National Defense 
Committee 
Member, ABA Cybersecurity Legal Task Force 
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Subject: RE: Last Day at DHS HQ 
Date: 2017/04/28 16:54:34 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Hi Gillian! 
Thanks so much for everything you have done. I've enjoyed working with you, but I 
know you'll do tremendous things back at ICE! Look forward to continuing to work with 
you. 
Best, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Christensen, Gillian 
Sent: Friday, April 28, 2017 11 :45 AM 
To: l<b)(B) I 
Subject: Last Day at OHS HQ 
Colleagues &Friends -
After 13 months, today is my last day on detail to the DHS Office of Public Affairs. It has 
been an honor and a privilege to serve alongside all of you. For the reporters on the chain, 
thanks for letting me help serve the public THROUGH you (please send future inquiries 
to mediainguiry@hg.dhs.gov). 
Thanks to the many DHS &component subject matter experts and policy makers who've 
put up with endless questions, issue papers and phone calls - I'm a better PAO for your 
patience and instruction. 
I'll be returning to my "day job" j(b)(6)"-=· pn Monday. In the meantime, 
I'm always available here: ._l<b_)(_B> ________________ ___,I 
Thanks again for a year I' 11 never forget. 
Cheers, 
Gillian 
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Press Secretary (Acting) 
De artment of Homeland Security 
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Date: 2017/04/13 09:40:07 
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Good morning, Chris, 
I hope you are doing well this morning. l(b)(5
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continue to look into it. But when are you available to talk on the phone today? I will be 
in the office later. 
Thanks, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Chris Crane 
Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2017 1:57:19 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: ICE Council - Detainer Policy Failures 
Sounds like you have it all covered and we don't need the call. Let's cancel the call. I 
don't want to take up valuable time. 
On Apr 12, 2017, at 8:52 PM, Hamilton, Gene ._l(b_)( 6_> ________ _.I wrote: 
Thanks, Chris. 
I guess I have a hard time following-if I can't get specific information, how can I 
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Thanks again. Let's connect tomonow after I get a better idea of what my schedule 
might look like, and if I 'II be in the office. 
Best, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Tomorrow-yes. 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 1 .... <b_)(6_) __________ _. 
Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 4:13 PM 
To: Chris Crane j(b)(6) I 
Subject: RE: ICE Council - Detainer Policy Failures 
Hi Chris, 
I had to leave early unexpectedly today to take my wife to the hospital. 
Kirstjen is now out of town, and I am watching my kids while my wife is in 
with the doctors. Can we try to connect tomorrow? 
Also, if you can provide specific examples of officers not issuing detainers 
(city, description, who was involved, etc.), that would be very helpful to 
running this all down. 
Thanks again, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 9:48:39 AM 
To: Chris Crane 
Subject: RE: ICE Council - Detainer Policy Failures 
Hi Chris, 
Thanks for the note. I'm trying to coordinate a time for me and Kirstjen to be able 
to get on the phone with you today. b)(5) 
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We'll be in touch. 
Thanks! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Mr. Hamilton, 
Stephen Miller asked that I send you this email. 
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Date: 2017/03/10 07:30:45 
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Hi ~(b)(6) 
Great to hear from you. Been quite busy, but all is well here. How about you? What are 
you up to? Family doing okay? 
Thanks, 
Gene 
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Sent: Thursday, March 09, 2017 6:32:45 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: How's it going? 
Just thought I would check in and see how your first month-and-a-half at DHS have gone. How is it going? 
How's the family? 
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Date: 2017/03/0115:07:40 
Priority: Normal 
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Just came out of secure room. Now going to meeting 
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Subject: Everything okay?? 
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To: "Chris Crane ¥b)(6) 
Subject: RE: Call 
Date: 2017/02/28 06:50:34 
Priority: Normal 
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Thanks! 
From: Chris Crane 
Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 6:44:26 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: Call 
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Thanks. We can just dial y'all directly if that works. 
From: Chris Crane 
Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 11:10:18 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene; ~ .... b_)(6_l____ _. 
Cc: Nielsen, Kirstjen 
Subject: RE: Call 
Just spoke with fbl(5l I 3-4 EST works best for both of us. Please 
advise regarding call in information. 
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know which time works best. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 9:41 PM 
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Cc: Nielsen, Kirstjen l(b_)(6_l .... ________ ____, 
Subject: Call 
Hey y'all, 
Hope all is well. Are you available for a call tomorrow with the Chief of 
Staff ( copied here) and me? We could do sometime between 9 and 10 AM 
EST, or between 3-4 EST. 
Thanks! 
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Subject: RE: Where r y'all now? 
Date: 2017/02/22 15:13:16 
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Nope. Not yet 
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Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 3:12:41 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: Where r y'all now? 
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Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 3:10:57 PM 
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Subject: Where r y'all now? 
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Subject: RE: NAC Communications Test issued at 2/22/17 9:00 AM 
Date: 2017/02/22 09:05:59 
Priority: Normal 
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From: DHS - Personnel Alert &Accountability System 
Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 9:00: 16 AM 
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Subject: NAC Communications Test issued at 2/22/17 9:00 AM 
Gene Hamilton, 
NAC Communications Test. 
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You may respond by doing one of the following: 
• • Select one of the responses below by clicking on the desired Response text. 
• • Reply to this email with the corresponding number to your response on the top 
line within the body of the email, e.g., 1 for indicating that you wish to use 
response option 1. 
Option# Response: 
1. • Acknowledge 
Thank you, 
DHS - Personnel Alert &Accountability System 
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Date: 2017/01/26 09:18:20 
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http://www.nbcnews.com/video/ cbp-intelligence-chief-securing-the-border-is-attainable￾862427715849 
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From: Hamilton, Gene i(bl(6) 
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Subject: RE: (No Subject) 
Date: 2017/01/26 17:44:55 
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I think so 
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Sent: Thursday, January 26, 2017 5:42:57 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: FW: (No Subject) 
Is that just 1 pie? 
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Subject: RE: [bl/6\ !Resume 
Date: 2017/01/22 16: 10:05 
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I am not familiar with this individual, but it certainly is an impressive resume. 
From: Tiffany Cissna 
Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2017 3:51:56 PM 
To: Nielsen, Kirstjen; Hamilton, Gene; ~tb_}(_6) ________ ~ 
Subject: Fwd: ~fb_)( 5
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Just want to know if anyone is looking for this guy. Can't tell from his email below, but 
it looks like he is thinking that someone is reaching out to someone ... 
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Can you contact him and make sure his resume gets looked at? 
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It's a new day in America. 
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Cross Agency Expertise 
-DOD, DOJ, CIA, NSA 
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Subject: FW: The President and Vice President Visiting DHS Today 
Date: 2017/01/25 11:54:51 
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From: DHS Management Communications 
Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2017 10:57:07 AM 
Subject: The President and Vice President Visiting DHS Today 
President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence Visiting DHS 
Headquarters Today 
The President and Vice President will visit OHS headquarters today and address 
employees. As space is very limited, the event will be broadcasted on 
https://www.whitehouse.gov/live. The event will start between 1: 15 and 1 :30 p.m. 
EST. Bandwidth limitations may impact your ability to view the event live, but you may 
also try 
to access via mobile devices or view post-event. 
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Gene P. Hamilton 
Hamilton Gene l/bl/6l 
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2017/03/28 10:08:02 
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To: "Ordonez, Franco j(b)(6) I 
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Subject: RE: McClatchy invitation to White House Correspondents' Association Dinner 
Date: 2017/03/24 20:07:44 
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Thanks, y'all. Just have to get it cleared by ethics. Assuming they clear, I would be happy 
to join y'all. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ordonez, Franco 
Sent: Friday, March 24, 2017 6:52:34 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Cc: Anita Kumar 
Subject: Re: McClatchy invitation to White House Correspondents' Association Dinner 
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Thanks, Gene. We really hope that you can join us. Be great if you can give us a sense by 
Monday. 
My cell is i<b)(B) I if you need to reach me for any reason. 
Franco 
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Good evening, Franco and Anita, 
Thanks very much for the kind gesture in extending this invitation. I'll run the traps on my end 
and get back to y'all with a final answer soon. 
Best regards, 
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Gene 
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Sent: Tuesday, March 21, 2017 9:17 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ..... l<b_)(6_) _______ __. 
Cc: Anita Kumar 1 .... ~-)(6-) ________ _. 
Subject: McClatchy invitation to White House Correspondents' Association Dinner 
Hi Gene, 
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On behalf of all the McClatchy papers and websites, we wanted to invite you to be our guest at the White 
House Correspondents Association dinner on Saturday, April 29. 
We will be joined by members of the administration, Congress and editors and 
reporters from our Washington bureau and some of our 30 newsrooms as well as 
members of the McClatchy board. 
We hope you can join us. Please let us know as soon as you can. Please let us know by 
March 27, if possible. 
. l(b)(6) I My cell phone IS ._ ___ __.if you have any questions. 
Thanks, 
Franco Ordonez 
Anita Kumar 
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The Miami Herald &El Nuevo Herald 
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Franco Ordonez 
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McClatchy Washington Bureau 
The Miami Herald &El Nuevo Herald 
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Subject: Automatic reply: Weekly Update: March 27th, 2017 
Date: 2017/03/27 12:32:41 
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Thank you for your message. I am temporarily unavailable, but will respond to all 
messages as lam able. If you need immediate assistance, please contact rb)(6) lat 
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"rebecca.hendrix.hamilton@gmail.com" 
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From: Hamilton, Gene i(b)(6) 
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Subject: RE: Email 
Date: 2017/03/16 17:53:14 
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Hi Maria, 
I don't know, but I'll ask them to connect with you. 
As for tomorrow, unfortunately, it's a closed-door meeting with the Democrats in the House. 
Thanks again! 
Gene 
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From: Maria Espinoza,_l<b_)(_B_) _____________ _, 
Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2017 4:58 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ,_l(b_)(_6_) ________ _. 
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Gene, 
Would it be possible to meet with someone with the team at ICE tomorrow? One person who has a good 
overview grasp would suffice. 
Also, Sec. Kelly mentioned he is speaking tomorrow at I 0:30 am. If it's possible for us to attend, please 
forward the information. 
I'm about to schedule a taped interview tomorrow morning and will work around the Sec. 's speach. 
I'll send a follow-up email to our meeting shorty. 
My best, 
Maria 
>On Mar 16, 2017, at 4:49 PM, Hamilton, Gene l~(b_)(_6) __________ ~ 
> 
>Yes, it sure is. Thanks, Maria! I just forwarded your contact information to our team at ICE. Please let me 
know if you don't hear anything from them soon. 
> 
>All the best, 
> 
>Gene 
> 
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>Subject: Email 
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>Gene, 
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>Great to see you! 
>ls this your current email address 
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>My best, 
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>Maria Espinoza 
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>Co-founder &Nat'! Director 
>The Remembrance Project 
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Subject: RE: Good morning Sir. Message below is from a friend in Arizona ... 
Date: 2017/03/16 17:09:10 
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Thanks, sir .. 
From: (b)(6) L....-~-~--~~~~~~~----------' Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2017 8:08 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene .... l<b_)(_6) ________ ___, 
Subject: Good morning Sir. Message below is from a friend in Arizona ... 
http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2017 /03/08/lawsuit-maricopa-county￾sheriffs-ice-handoff-immigration-detainers/98 877 498/ 
The notion that ICE should not be able to enter a jail without a warrant is beyond ridiculous, but 
ICE needs to defend its own interests here and not count on a third party to adequately represent 
them. DOJ would end up representing ICE, but the request should come through ICE. 
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Date: 2017/01/26 12:54:19 
Priority: Normal 
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Thanks, Dimple. Yes, she needs to retain her TS/SCI to ensure that she can have proper visibility into her 
work portfolio. Many of the Administration's proposed changes to immigration will involve classified 
matters at the highest levels. She will need access to briefings in SCIFs, etc. 
Thank you for understanding. 
Best, 
Gene 
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From: Dimple Shah .... l(b-)(-6) ___________ __, 
Sent: Thursday, January 26, 2017 12:52 PM 
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Hi there, 
I understand that there was some confusion regarding the clearance level I will hold at DHS. I currently 
hold TS-SCI. Just spoke to the Secretary's office and they indicated that based on my duties it would need 
to maintain TS-SCI clearance. Adding Gene from the Secretary's office. 
Thank you. 
Dimple Shah 
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Subject: RE: Highest Beachhead Team Member Inside State Now? 
Date: 2017/01/30 10:16:05 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Thanks 
From: (b)(6) 
~--------------------~ Sent: Monday, January 30, 2017 10:09 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ~l(b_)(_6) ________ ~ 
Cc: b)(6) 
Subject: RE: Highest Beachhead Team Member Inside State Now? 
l(b)(6) land Kb)(6) lare WH contacts. Ambassador Charles Glazer is leading beach ~-----:------:--;::::==-......:..:.....!::::====::::;-' head, andl ~(b_)(_6) ______ ~1 is senior named. 
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We touched base 
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Subject: Highest Beachhead Team Member Inside State Now? 
Mike: 
Do you know who this is? Is it you? Gene (cc:ed) is trying to find out. Sounds urgent. 
Thanks in advance, 
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Subject: Emailing: SKC_SES Bio - Hamilton, Checkout List, Counselor Sec & Dep Sec, Gene Hamilton 
Resume Revised 10.11.17, Gene Hamilton Resume Revised 10.11.17, pledge 
Date: 2017/10/27 17:01:47 
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<<SKC _ SES Bio - Hamilton.pdf>>Ad <<Checkout List.docx»mi «Counselor Sec &Dep 
Sec.pdf>>ni <<Gene Hamilton Resume Revised I 0. I 1.17 .docx>>st <<Gene Hamilton Resume Revised 
10.11.17.pdf>>ra <<pledge.pdf>>tive HR paperwork 
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Turn in badge - This weekend 
Tum in parking permit - This weekend 
Tum in travel credit card - This weekend 
Tum in travel passport - This weekend 
Turn in official iPhone, charger - This weekend 
Turn in official laptop, chargers, docking station, computer bag - This weekend 
Close out travel vouchers 
Close out travel advances (if applicable) - NI A 
Close out transit subsidy (if applicable) - NI A 
Provide future contact information ( email, phone, home address if applicable) - Done 
Resignation letter/email - Done 
Obtain copy of current OGE Form 278e Public Financial Disclosure Report from OGC 
Check out with Ethics Office 
Complete Records Management request for electronic/hard copy files, emails, etc. (submit DHS 
Form 141-02 at least 2 weeks prior to departure) - No need 
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INTRODUCTION 
Senior Counselor 
ES-301 
The incumbent serves as Senior Counselor in the Office of the Secretary 
Department of Homeland Security and provides advice and counsel to the 
Secretary and Deputy Secretary on afl matters that pertain to the execution of 
responsibilities and authorities under the Homeland Security Act of 2002, the 
homeland security mission and related areas that are of wide interest and that 
have national and international impact. The incumbent serves as the Secretary 
and Deputy Secretary's principal point-of-contact with other Federal, State and 
local agencies, and private organizations, on homeland security matters 
The Department has five primary missions: Prevent terrorism and enhance 
security, secure and manage our borders, enforce and administer our 
immigration laws, safeguard and secure cyberspace, and ensure resilience to 
disasters. 
M6JQ8 . PUTIES . AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
Serves as a key advisor and counselor in the Office of the Secretary of the 
Department of Homeland Security and other senior management officials on 
matters that have a direct Impact on the security of the nation. The counsel 
provided by the Incumbent of this position relates to OHS issues that are of a 
critical importance and are highly complex in nature. 
Provides advice and other assistance in formulating and implementing 
Department of Homeland Security policy as it relates to national security. ls 
responsible for providing advice on ensuring good faith implementation of 
policies and procedures and is a principal source of infonnation for the Secretary 
and Deputy Secretary on all such matters. 
Provides expert advice, guidance and counsel to departmental offices relating to 
the effects of programs and issues, including an assessment of legislative 
matters impacting specific programs within the Department. Advises the Secretary 
and Deputy Secretary in the development and planning of Department-wide 
programs. and facilitates continuity of administration to the functions of OHS. 
Develops and nurtures formal relationships with responsible officials in other 
Executive Level Departments, as they pertain to homeland security matters. 
Maintains liaison and facilitates communication between the Department, other 
law enforcement entities, and counterparts in other Federal, State and local 
agencies regarding homeland security matters of mutual concern. 
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Provides advice and counsel on the provision of a full range of services and 
leads the development of Departmental policies, directives, and procedures, and 
ensures that they are consistent with the intent of the law and are 
administratively sound, efficient, and economical in operation. 
Represents the Secretary and Deputy Secretary in high level meetings and 
conferences with private citizens, representatives of private industry, and 
Federal, State or local agency officials that have vital interests in homeland 
security. Frequently deals with attorneys, members of the general public, high 
level private and government officials, in connection with highly sensitive and 
potentially controversial homeland security matters. Briefs the Deputy Secretary 
on issues to be discussed and decisions to be reached. Assures that the OHS 
position is represented and that resolution of crosscutting issues occurs in a 
timely and effective manner. 
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS 
Incumbent serves under the general direction of the Secretary and Deputy 
Secretary, but performs the duties with broad authority, which carries With it 
extremely wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment. Other than on 
matters of unusual significance, the incumbent's decisions and judgments are not 
reviewed. The incumbent decides when a particular matter should be brought to 
the attention of the Seaetary and Deputy Secretary. 
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT 
As Senior Counselor to the Secretary and Deputy Secretary, the incumbent is 
involved in classified issues throughout the Department and provides assistance 
to the Senior Counselor on matters that are classified up to and including the TS/ 
SCI level. Therefore, the incumbent of this position is required to have a TS/SCI 
clearance in order to perform the full range of duties. 
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ETHICS PLEDGE 
As a condition, and in consideration, of my employment in the United States Government in an 
appointee position invested with the public trust, I commit myself to the following obligations, which I 
understand are binding on me and are enforceable under law: 
1. I will not, within 5 years after the tennination of my employment as an appointee in any executive 
agency in which I am appointed to serve, engage in lobbying activities with respect to that agency. 
2. If, upon my departure from the Government, I am covered by the post-employment restrictions on 
communicating with employees ofmy former executive agency set forth in section 207(c) of title 18, 
United States Code, I agree that I will abide by those restrictions. 
3. In addition to abiding by the limitations of paragraphs l and 2, I also agree, upon leaving 
Government service, not to engage in lobbying activities with respect to any covered executive branch 
official or non-career Senior Executive Service appointee for the remainder of the Administration. 
4. I will not, at any time after the termination of my employment in the United States Government, 
engage in any activity on behalf of any foreign government or foreign political party which, were it 
undertaken on January 20, 2017, would require me to register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act 
of 1938, as amended. 
5. I will not accept gifts from registered lobbyists or lobbying organizations for the duration of my 
service as an appointee. 
6. I will not for a period of 2 years from the date of my appointment participate in any particular matter 
involving specific parties that is directly and substantially related to my former employer or former 
clients, including regulations and contracts. 
7. If I was a registered lobbyist within the 2 years before the date of my appointment, in addition to 
abiding by the limitations of paragraph 6, f will not for a period of 2 years after the date of my 
appointment participate in any particular matter on which I lobbied within the 2 years before the date of 
my appointment or participate in the specific issue area in which that particular matter falls. 
8. I agree that any hiring or other employment decisions I make will be based on the candidate's 
qualifications, competence, and experience. 
9. I acknowledge that the Executive Order entitled "Ethics Commitments by Executive Branch 
Appointees," issued by the President on January 28, 2017, which I have read before signing this 
document, defines certain terms applicable to the foregoing obligations and sets forth the methods for 
enforcing them. r expressly accept the provisions of that Executive Order as a part of this agreement 
and as binding on me. I understand that the obligations of this pledge are in addition to any statutory or 
other legal restrictions applicable to me by virtue of Government service. 
Signature 
Print or type your full name (last, first, middle) 
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From: Hamilton Gene l/bl/6l 
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To: 
Date: 2017/10/27 18:12:55 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
p ersona no t es t o sav f: arewe ll 
Sender: Hamilton Gene l(bl(6l 
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Sent Date: 2017/10/27 18:12:55 
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To: 
Subject: RE: Thank You 
Date: 2017/10/27 15:19:12 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Good luck! 
kblfoi"" I 
Assistant Field Office Director 
Atlanta Field Office 
DHS/ICE/ERO 
From: Hamilton, Gene t~b_l(~6l ___ (b_)(_6) _____ ___. 
Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 2017, 22:13 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
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y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Subject: RE: Thank You 
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Priority: Normal 
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Wishing you every future success and thank you Gene for all of your hard work on authorization 
reports! 
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Deputy Director, Congressional Actions 
ESEC Reports 
Office of the Secretary 
Executive Secretariat 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
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Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent Date: 2017/10/27 12:47:23 
Delivered Date: 2017/10/27 12:47:24 
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Subject: RE: Thank You 
Date: 2017/10/27 11:52:14 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Thank you, sir. I know you are going to do even more good work in an awesome environment, but we 
are going to miss you here. 
Jared Culver 
Office of Policy 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So---from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the oppo1tunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
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Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Subject: RE: Thank You 
Date: 2017/10/27 11:24:52 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
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Thank you, for all your hard work and contributions, Gene. You will truly be missed here at DHS. Even 
though it was only for a few months, you certainly made an impact here and for the better! I've been at 
DHS for almost 7 years and worked with numerous Counselors during my time, and you are certainly up 
there with being the best. Good luck at the DOJ. If you ever hear of any openings at the NSD, let me 
know ... I live around the corner from them© 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
Sender: 
Recipient: 
Sent Date: 
Delivered Date: 
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Subject: RE: Thank You 
Date: 2017/10/27 11:02:11 
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Gene, 
Bitter sweet indeed. All the best in your new role. We thank you for supporting the people and 
their vital mission. 
Acting Deputy Commissioner 
Customs and Border Protection 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 3:13:33 AM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
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I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Date: 2017/10/27 11:00:39 
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Good luck, Gene. Hope you're off to do exciting things! Keep in touch this time!! 
Take care of my old roommate Steve. I just had breakfast with him the day before yesterday. He 
was in from Florida, some of his attorneys from the middle District of Florida received AG 
awards. He is the acting USA for the middle District for the time being. Hopefully you'll have 
some good fun working with him. He's the best, you'll be in good company. 
Best, and don't forget to keep in touch, 
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(www.blackberry.com) 
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From: Hamilton, Gene ..... l<b_)(6_) ________ _. 
Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 2017, 10:13 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
Sender: 
Recipient: 
Sent Date: 
Delivered Date: 
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Date: 2017/10/27 10:48:58 
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Gene, 
It was my pleasure to work with you. Good luck and let me know if I can help you in the future. 
(b)(6) 
ssoc,ate ,e ounsel for Protection and National Preparedness I Federal Emergency Management Agency 
400 C Street, SW 7th Floor "-(b-'-')(6....:.) ___________________ __. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So----from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
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I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
Sender: 
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Delivered Date: 2017/10/27 10:48:58 
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Date: 2017/10/27 10:34:11 
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Best wishes to you in the next chapter of your career, Gene. May God continue to bless you. 
Regards, 
Assistant Director (AJ 
Stakeholder Engagement/ Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement Office (VOICE) 
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 11 
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CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This document may contain confidential and sensitive U.S. Government 
information, and is not for release, review, retransmission, dissemination or use by anyone other than the 
intended recipient. Please notify the sender if this email has been misdirected and immediately destroy all 
originals and copies of the original. Any disclosure of this document must be approved by the Department 
of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sender: 
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Sent Date: 2017/10/27 10:34:08 
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Subject: RE: Thank You 
Date: 2017/10/27 09:58:58 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Thanks Gene, for your service, commitment to the rule of law, and for promoting OPLA. You're 
first class! 
Best wishes to you, and I hope we cross paths again. Reach out to me anytime if I can do 
anything for you. 
l(b)(6) 
Sent with BlackBerry Work 
(www.blackberry.com) 
From: Hamilton, Gene ~l{b_)(_6) _______ ~ 
Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 20 l 7, 10: 13 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
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Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Date: 2017/10/27 09:45:25 
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Type: Note 
Good luck, Gene! We'll miss you at DHS! 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
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Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
Sender: 
Recipient: 
Sent Date: 
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Subject: 
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Date: 2017/10/27 09:45:04 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Gene, 
It has been an honor serving with you. Look forward to working with you in your new position at 
DOJ. 
Best, 
Nader Baroukh 
Associate General Counsel, Immigration 
De artment of Homeland Security, Office of the General Counsel 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 3:13:33 AM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
Sender: Baroukh, Nader i(b)(6) 
l<b)(6) 
Recipient: "Hamilton, Gene i(bl(6) 
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Sent Date: 2017/10/27 09:45:03 
Delivered Date: 2017/10/27 09:45:04 
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Subject: RE: Thank You 
Date: 2017/10/27 09:37:48 
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Type: Note 
Gene, 
Say it isn't so! Huge loss!!!! 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
Sender: 
Recipient: 
Sent Date: 
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Date: 2017/10/27 09:17:52 
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You're a good man, Gene-o. I will miss you tremendously. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
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With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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incredible. I'm sure our paths will cross again soon and I looked forward to it. 
Thank you as well for taking good care oJ<bl(Bl I while she's been over at the NAC 
reporting to you. I know she's enjoyed it and learned a ton. If there's anything you can do to help 
her parachute back to our office as you're heading to DOJ, It would be appreciated. Best of luck! 
From: Hamilton, Gene ~l(b_)(6_) ________ ~ 
Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 2017, 10:13 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
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for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sender: Scardaville, Michael l!bl(6l 
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Recipient: "Hamilton, Gene i(bl(6) 
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Sent Date: 2017/10/27 09:10:58 
Delivered Date: 2017/10/27 09:10:59 
From: Lansing, Christrn l(bl(6) 
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To: "Hamilton, Gene l(bl(6) 
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Subject: RE: Thank You 
Date: 2017/10/27 08:37:41 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Good luck, Gene! Hope to see you soon! 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
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close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
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Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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I have enjoyed working with you again. It was great to run into you in the halls or at a conference and I 
appreciated that you always made time to chat. 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Recipient: 
Sent Date: 
Delivered Date: 
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Date: 2017/10/27 08:30:17 
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Good morning Gene, 
You have been a tremendous asset here at DHS, and I wish you much success in your new role. I 
know you will do great things. 
Take care, 
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From: Hamilton, Gene -l(b_)(6_) ________ ~ 
Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 20 l 7, 10: l 3 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Date: 2017/10/27 08:19:42 
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Gene, 
It's been a pleasure working with you. Do good things at DOJ ! Best, Nancy 
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Attorney 
Office of the General Counsel 
Department of Homeland Security 
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received this message in error, please reply immediately to the sender and delete this message. Thank 
you. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Thanks Gene - sorry I missed your going away! I look forward to working with you in 
your new role. 
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Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 2017, 10:13 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Gene - I'm sorry I was unable to attend your farewell, but I had multiple kids attending multiple after￾school events and was simply unable to arrange alternate coverage in short order. That said, I wanted 
you to know what a pleasure it was to see you return to HQ this year, and in such grand, noteworthy, 
and impactful fashion. It's clear you have realized the potential you demonstrated to me as an honors 
attorney with ILD just a few short years ago. I wish you the very best at Justice and hope our 
professional paths will cross again. Until then, keep up the exemplary service to government and our 
nation ... and of course, thank you for your service to this department, the DHS mission, and our 
wonderful country. Good luck! 
Chris 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the oppo1tunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Oh no! I hadn't heard! Congratulations on the move to Justice-I loved my time at DOJ-but know that 
I am sad to see you leave. I always enjoyed working with you; you are terrifyingly smart and remarkably 
kind. 
Thank you again for all of your help. I wish you all the best in your new adventure. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
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Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Good luck, Gene. This was a very kind message. Your departure will be a huge loss for us. But, 
you'll technically be closer to ICE now (geographically) and undoubtedly continue to be a voice 
of reason and force for positive change. One team, one fight. 
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the oppo1tunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
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work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DRS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DRS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Office of Policy 
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Congrats and Godspeed at your new post!! 
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There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000139 DHS-18-0616-E-000139
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DRS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DRS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Good morning Gene, 
It has been a pleasure working with you and I wish you the very best in your new endeavors at DOJ ! 
Take care. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the oppo1tunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Gene, Sorry to see you go, but I'm sure big things are in store at DoJ. 
What are you going to be doing? Stay in touch ... VR, KK 
Kathryn L. Kolbe 
Executive Assistant Commissioner 
Enterprise Services 
U.S. Customs and Border Protection 
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most imporiant 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000142 DHS-18-0616-E-000142
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Stay well and in touch. 
Best regards, 
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Executive Assistant Commissioner, 
Operations Support (Acting) 
U.S. Customs & Border Protection 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:14 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for om mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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I am sorry I missed your going away but I have been home recovering from surgery. I will see 
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Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Thank you for joining the team and working tirelessly to advance the mission. 
You stood with us against unfair criticism and our adversaries. That meant the world to those of 
us committed to judiciously enforcing the law. 
Wish you all the best in your future endeavors. 
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CBP Public Affairs 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent Date: 
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Gene, looking fo1ward to your service at Justice -- lots of good work to do there -- appreciate the 
great example you've set for high quality dedication to the mission -- thanks for being always 
strong and level. Your friend, Michael Dougherty 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 3:13:33 AM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
/\MERICAi\ 
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Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Date: 2017/10/27 06:32:51 
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Mr. Hamilton, 
Thank you, and may I wish you all the best in all of your future endeavors. 
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"With honor and integrity, we will safeguard the American people, our homeland, and our 
values." 
(U) Warning: This document contains information that may be exempt from public release under 
the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552). It is to be controlled, stored, handled, 
transmitted, distributed, and disposed of in accordance with DHS policies and is not to be 
released to the public, the media, or other personnel who do not have a valid need-to-know 
without prior approval of an authorized. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
/\MEf IC'AI\ 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000150 DHS-18-0616-E-000150
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sad day for DHS -thanks for everything you did to support us on transition. Would love to talk 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10: 13 :33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000151 DHS-18-0616-E-000151
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DRS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DRS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent Date: 
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Gene, Godspeed and thank you for your hard work and service to our country. We'll look 
forward to working with you at DOJ. Jim 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
/\MERICAi\ 
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Date: 2017/10/27 00:23:31 
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Thank you Gene for all of your hard work and dedication. It's been great working with you, and 
we're definitely going to miss you here at DRS. When you get over to Justice, please let us 
know your new contact information. 
I'm also sorry I couldn't make the happy hour last night. I was working late and then needed to 
get home as my wife was sick. But if you 're going to be just around the comer at main Justice, 
we'll hopefully have a chance to do a rain check on that. 
- Craig 
Craig M. Symons 
Chief Counsel I Office of the Chief Counsel 
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
l(b)(6) 
This communication, along with any attachments, may contain confidential and legally 
privileged information. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby 
notified that any dissemination, distribution, use or copying of this message is strictly 
prohibited. If you have received this in error, please reply immediately to the sender and delete 
this message. Thank you. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000154 DHS-18-0616-E-000154
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent Date: 
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Nothing but success on your next chapter Gene!! 
Best, 
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Karinda L. Washington I Acting Chief of Staff 
Office of Partnership and Engagement 
U.S Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent via my iDHS device. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the OHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at OHS. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000156 DHS-18-0616-E-000156
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Very sorry to see you go, but it's been a pleasure serving with you. Candidly, I much prefer 
being on the same side as you! 
Thanks for all the good work you did with the Department, and for being so approachable given 
the many demands on your schedule. To be able to call on you, even for an occasional reality 
check, made our congressional affairs work a lot easier. 
As we say in the Coast Guard, fair winds and following seas. Hopefully, I'll run into you again 
soon. 
Best, 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000157 DHS-18-0616-E-000157
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
Sender: 
Recipient: 
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Thanks Gene! All the best! 
Peter T. Edge 
From: Hamilton, Gene ._l<b_)(6_) ________ _. 
Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 2017, 22: 13 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Thanks Gene. 
Glad we could work closer together. So much to do!! Take care. 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 3:13:33 AM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
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y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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you were leaving DHS. 
We both really enjoyed working with you. You listened, were a Happy Warrior, and you are a 
tremendous advocate for immigration enforcement. I have been doing this for 20 years. We have 
good laws on the books, and for all that time all we wanted was to be given the authority to 
enforce the INA. This administration and you personally have given us permission to enforce the 
law. 
We are sad to see you go but hope you will advocate for us in your new position! 
Best, 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Good luck and happy birthday Gene! 
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Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
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for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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I wish you all the best in your next adventure at DOJ. 
Take care and congratulations! 
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Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
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With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Congratulations on what I heard is a nice and well-deserved position waiting for you at DoJ. 
It has been a pleasure working with you, I trust we will work together again, and I look forward to it. 
As you may know, my job at OHS was not what I anticipated it would be. You were always kind, in what 
was an awkward position for me at times. I truly appreciate it. 
Sincerely, 
Kevin 
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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a close. 
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There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important thing I 
want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for the opportunity 
to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with y'all, to see your passion 
for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has been 
charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked for so 
many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing work that y'all will 
do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward to what the future holds in my 
new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will continue to consider me to be part of the OHS 
family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at OHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to apologize for 
simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Good luck in your new endeavors, Gene! Thank you for your service to OHS & we look forward to seeing 
you soon. 
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From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important thing I 
want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for the opportunity 
to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with y'all, to see your passion 
for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has been 
charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked for so 
many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing work that y'all will 
do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward to what the future holds in my 
new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will continue to consider me to be part of the DHS 
family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to apologize for 
simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Best wishes, Gene .... but you aren't rid of us, we will be in touch! 
Tracy L. Renaud, Associate Director 
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As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the OHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at OHS. 
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And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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It has been a pleasure working with you, as a Hill staffer and at DHS. Wishing you all the best at 
DOJ. And, I just love your southern charm and vernacular of "Y'all", being a southerner myself. 
Question ... who is going to review all those A-file request, now? □ □ 
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Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So----from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Stay in touch!! 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
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Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Thank you for including me. I wish you the best, thank you for your service, look forward to 
hearing about the next part of your journey, and hope to stay in your list of contacts so I can keep 
up with you. 
Thank you for your efforts on behalf of ICE/OPLA. Please call on me if I can ever be of 
assistance. 
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Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 20 l 7, 10: 13 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
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y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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A vey personal thank you to you too. I know full well that you very aggressively helped push the 
recalcrant issue, something very near and dear to my heart and I REALLY appreciate all the 
work and especially all the behind the serenes work the helps finally get the issue the attention it 
needed. 
All the best at DOJ and I hope our paths cross again some day, 
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From: Hamilton, Gene ._l(b_)(6_) _______ _. 
Date: Thursday, Oct 26, 2017, 10:13 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most imporiant 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
/\MERICAi\ 
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Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Good luck and God bless! DHS will miss you. Thanks for all your help this year! It has certainly 
been quite the ride for all of us! 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Thank you for your leadership and undying support for ICE and OPLA. 
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Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you 
for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Gene 
You did a great job for us. 
Thanks for your service and sacrifice while in DHS. 
You made a difference. 
Best of luck at DOJ. Just know you will always have friends at DHS. 
Chip 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
I 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to a 
close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most important 
thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my heart-thank you for 
the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a tremendous honor to work with 
y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness your dedication to protecting our 
homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say that this 
Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with which it has 
been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having worked 
for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see the amazing 
work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I am looking forward 
to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, I hope that y'all will 
continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, if I've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
/\MERICAi\ 
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With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Date: 2017/10/27 18: 16:01 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Cassidy, Ben 
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 8:33 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene l<b_l<B_l ..... ________ ___, 
Subject: Best Wishes 
Gene -- Godspeed! Thank you so much for all you have done. I've learned a tremendous 
amount from you in a very short time. You exemplify a level of service and commitment 
that is unmatched. All the best in your new assignment! Ben 
-----------------A/S for Legislative Affairs Department of Homeland Security 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:13:33 PM 
Subject: Thank You 
Good afternoon, everyone, 
As you may have heard, my time with the Department of Homeland Security is coming to 
a close. 
There is so much I would like to say, but simply saying "thank you" is by far the most 
important thing I want to convey to y'all in this message. So-from the bottom of my 
heart-thank you for the opportunity to serve on this incredible team. It has been a 
tremendous honor to work with y'all, to see your passion for our mission, and to witness 
your dedication to protecting our homeland. 
Undoubtedly, this team's hard work this year has made our nation safer. Few could say 
that this Department has ever been more effective in executing the crucial missions with 
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which it has been charged by the Congress and the American people. Y'all have simply 
been amazing. 
While it is somewhat bittersweet to leave this Department at this point in time-having 
worked for so many years as a career employee of this Department-I am excited to see 
the amazing work that y'all will do in the coming weeks, months, and years. And while I 
am looking forward to what the future holds in my new role at the Department of Justice, 
I hope that y'all will continue to consider me to be part of the DHS family. 
I will never forget this experience. I will always remember the tremendous team here at 
DHS. 
And, to borrow a phrase from General Kelly, I hope that y'all will never feel the need to 
apologize for simply doing your job. 
Finally, ifl've left anyone off of this email, it definitely wasn't intentional. 
With all my best wishes to y'all for continued success in the future, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Subject: Automatic reply: Regrets 
Date: 2017/10/27 17:20:54 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note.Rules.ExternalOofTemplate.Microsoft 
Thank you for your message. I no longer work for the United States Department of 
Homeland Security and will not be able to reply to messages sent to this account. If you 
need immediate assistance--or need to obtain my new contact information--please contact 
Susanne Cassi! at (b)(B) fbl(B) I 
(b)(B) or b)(B) at ... lCb_)CB_l _________ __, 
Thank you, 
Gene 
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From: Hamilton, Gene i(b)(6) lktil(!;ll IMfilJ 
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Date: 2017/10/26 20: 19:38 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Hi Laura, 
I would be open to meeting sometime to put a face with a name. But fair warning-as 
you know-I generally eschew personal attention, and don't tend to talk to anyone unless 
it is through OPA channels. 
Please contact me at my personal addressJb)(6) I. I am moving to a 
new position over at DOJ in the coming days, so this email won't work for much longer. 
Best, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000186 DHS-18-0616-E-000186
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Meckler, Laura 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 3:24:19 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: 
Hi there, 
Would you reconsider meeting me? Would be totally off the record. 
Laura 
Laura Meckler 
The Wall Street Journal 
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Subject: FW: Happy Birthday & l(b)(6) I Personal and Professional Contact Info 
Date: 2017/10/27 09:39:42 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: .... l(b_HB_) ___. 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 11 :34 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene (b)(B) 
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Subject: Happy Birthday & (b)(B) ersonal and Professional Contact Info ~--~ 
Gene, 
First and most importantly-HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 
It was so great to spend some quality time with you last night celebrating your work here 
at DHS and also congratulating you on you upcoming move to DOJ. I will truly miss 
having you as a colleague here at DHS. 
I really hope we can stay in touch, so to that end, here below is my personal and 
professional contact information, and I am hoping you might send yours back to me. 
PERSONAL CONTACT INFO: 
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Personal mobile:rb)(B) 
Personal e-mail: 
Personal address .__ __________________ __. 
PROFESSIONAL CONTACT INFO: 
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DHS desk: ..,,.kh.;\1n;;;:,======::::::; ..... 
DHS e-mail: l(b)(B) 
DHS address...,: f-b)-(6-) -----"'----------~, Washington, DC 20528 
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Again, I will miss you and have so enjoyed working closely with you. Please send me 
your contact information so that I can stay in touch. 
All my very best, 
Attorney Advisor □ Legal Counsel Division 
Office of the General Counsel 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
(b)(6) 
This communication, along with any attachments, is covered by federal and state law 
governing electronic communications and is intended only for the designated recipient(s). 
It may contain information that is subject to the attorney-client privilege, other legal 
privileges, or confidentiality obligations. If you are not a designated recipient, you may 
not review, copy, disseminate, or distribute this message or its contents. If you receive 
this message in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply e-mail and delete this 
message. Thank you. 
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From: Hamilton, Gene l(b)(6) lkbl(!;ll IMfilJ 
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To: "Sacchetti, Maria rb)(B) I>" 
Subject: RE: Me 
Date: 2017/10/26 19:13:33 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Hi Maria, 
I just spoke with Tal over at Politico. To be fair to you, I told her it was fine to say I 
confirmed the move. And I told her-for attribution if desired-something along the 
lines of "it was a tremendous honor and privilege to serve with the men and women of 
DHS. I look forward to seeing their continued success from a new role." 
b)(6) 
Best, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Sacchetti, Maria 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 3:47:35 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: RE: Me 
Thanks Gene! I understand, but might have to report it at some point. Can you say why, on or 
off the record? 
Regardless, if you ever have time to say hello or meet for coffee, I'd appreciate it. I've been 
covering immigration for some time and would be interested in your thoughts. 
Sincerely, 
Maria 
Maria Sacchetti 
Immigration reporter 
The Washington Post 
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@mariasacchetti 
From: Hamilton, Gene ._!(b_)(6_) __________ _. 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 3 :45 PM 
To: Sacchetti, Maria i~(b_J< 5
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Subject: RE: Me 
Hi Maria, 
Just wanted to stick to my word and get back to you. 
It continues to be my personal preference to not have any personnel moves reported in 
the press, but I can confirm to you that I am joining 
the Office of the Attorney General at the Department of Justice. 
Thanks again, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000193 DHS-18-0616-E-000193
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Sacchetti, Maria r~b-)(
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Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 2:50 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ~l(b_)(6_l ________ ~ 
Subject: RE: Me 
Hi Gene, 
Thanks so much. If you don't get me at my desk, my cell is /~b_)(5
_l __ ~li really appreciate it. 
Take care, 
Maria 
Maria Sacchetti 
Immigration reporter 
The Washington Post 
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@mariasacchetti 
From: Hamilton, Gene ,...!(b_)(6_) __________ ~ 
Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 2:48 PM 
To: Sacchetti, Maria i .... <b_l<6
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Subject: RE: Me 
Hi Maria, 
I could try for later this afternoon/evening, but likely not before. Again though, it's very 
impo1tant to me that no one say anything about any potential 
personnel movements. 
Thanks again, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 1:57 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ~l<b_)C6_) ________ ~ 
Subject: RE: Me 
Hi Gene, 
Do you have a quick second to talk today? Off record is fine but wanted to explain to you what 
I'm working on and how your move could affect that. I just need a couple of minutes and again, 
off record is fine. My direct is ~b)(6) I 
Thanks so much, 
Maria 
Maria Sacchetti 
Immigration reporter 
The Washington Post 
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@mariasacchetti 
From: Hamilton, Genel_(b_)(6_) ___________ ~ 
Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 1 :06 PM 
To: Sacchetti, Maria i._b-)(6
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Subject: Me 
Hi Maria, 
I hope all is well. OPA informed me that you're planning to run a story about a potential 
career move for me. Could you please hold off on publishing anything? Nothing 
is finalized, no ink is dry on paper so to speak. I would really appreciate it. Happy to keep 
you posted. 
Thank you, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Subject: RE: Me 
Date: 2017/10/26 18:35:34 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Hi Maria, 
Please do not quote me or cite me in any way. But I simply look forward to working for 
the Attorney General again. Working at DHS has been a tremendous honor, and I look 
forward to its continued success in my absence. 
Perhaps we can talk sometime soon. 
Best, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Sacchetti, Maria 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 3:47:35 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: RE: Me 
Thanks Gene! I understand, but might have to report it at some point. Can you say why, on or 
off the record? 
Regardless, if you ever have time to say hello or meet for coffee, I'd appreciate it. I've been 
covering immigration for some time and would be interested in your thoughts. 
Sincerely, 
Maria 
Maria Sacchetti 
Immigration reporter 
The Washington Post 
{b)(6) 
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@mariasacchetti 
From: Hamilton, Gene ._!(b_)(6_) _________ _. 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 3 :45 PM 
~b)(6) 
To: Sacchetti, Maria 1~-----------~ 
Subject: RE: Me 
Hi Maria, 
Just wanted to stick to my word and get back to you. 
It continues to be my personal preference to not have any personnel moves reported in 
the press, but I can confirm to you that I am joining 
the Office of the Attorney General at the Department of Justice. 
Thanks again, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000201 DHS-18-0616-E-000201
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Sacchetti, Maria~rb-)(6-)-------------~ 
Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 2:50 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ~l<b_)(6_) _______ ~ 
Subject: RE: Me 
Hi Gene, 
Thanks so much. If you don't get me at my desk, my cell is -l(b_>< 5
_> __ ~l Ireally appreciate it. 
Take care, 
Maria 
Maria Sacchetti 
Immigration reporter 
The Washington Post 
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@mariasacchetti 
From: Hamilton, Gene -1<b_)(6_)_________ ~ 
Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 2:48 PM 
To: Sacchetti, Maria 1~'.b_J< 5
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Subject: RE: Me 
Hi Maria, 
I could try for later this afternoon/evening, but likely not before. Again though, it's very 
impo1tant to me that no one say anything about any potential 
personnel movements. 
Thanks again, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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From: Sacchetti, Maria [._b-)(
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Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 1:57 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ._!(b_)(6_l _______ ~ 
Subject: RE: Me 
Hi Gene, 
Do you have a quick second to talk today? Off record is fine but wanted to explain to you what 
I'm working on and how your move could affect that. I just need a couple of minutes and again, 
off record is fine. My direct isrb)(6) I 
Thanks so much, 
Maria 
Maria Sacchetti 
Immigration reporter 
The Washington Post 
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@mariasacchetti 
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Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 1 :06 PM 
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Hi Maria, 
I hope all is well. OPA informed me that you're planning to run a story about a potential 
career move for me. Could you please hold off on publishing anything? Nothing 
is finalized, no ink is dry on paper so to speak. I would really appreciate it. Happy to keep 
you posted. 
Thank you, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Subject: Automatic reply: Checking in 
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Thank you for your message. I am temporarily out of the office and will respond to all 
messa es when I return. For immediate assistance, please contact Susanne Cassil at 
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From: Hamilton, Gene l(b)(6) lkbl(!;ll 
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To: "Sacchetti, Mana 1(b)(6) 
Subject: RE: checking in 
Date: 2017/10/16 21:12:25 
Priority: Normal 
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Can we try tomorrow late morning or early afternoon? 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 5:10 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene l<b_)<B_) ..... ________ ___, 
Subject: checking in 
Hi Gene, 
I 
I have a meeting tonight that I cannot miss, or interrupt, but wanted to chat briefly, if you 
are free now? My cell is 617 650 2918. 
Thanks, 
Maria 
Maria Sacchetti 
Immigration reporter 
The Washington Post 
Maria. sacchetti@washpost.com 
@mariasacchetti 
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RE: can you confirm departure? 
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Subject: Re: Can you confirm departure? 
Gotya. 
Thanks. 
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Political Reporter/ CNNPolitics.com 
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Date: Monday, October 16, 2017 at 1:08 PM 
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Subject: RE: Can you confirm departure? 
Probably days, but you never know. 
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Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 12:40 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene l._(b_)(6_) _______ _. 
Subject: Re: Can you confirm departure? 
Appreciate it, thanks. 
For my awareness, does the timeline seem like days or weeks? 
Tai Kopan 
Political Reporter/ CNNPolitics.com 
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From: "Hamilton, Gene" l .... (b_)(6_) _________ __. 
Date: Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 11:28 AM 
To: "Kopan, Tai" l(b)(6) I 
Subject: RE: Can you confirm departure? 
Thank you. I will let you know when I have news to share. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Kopan, Tai 
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2017 6:20:03 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: Can you confirm departure? 
Sure thing -- would appreciate knowing when it's good to go, though :) 
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Thank you! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Kopan, Tai ~~b_)(6_) __________ ~ 
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2017 5:33 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ~l<b_)(_6) ________ ~ 
Subject: Re: Can you confirm departure? 
Gotya - I will hold off on this then. 
Thank you for getting back to me! 
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Political Reporter/ CNNPolitics.com 
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Date: Friday, October 13, 2017 at 5:29 PM 
To: "Kopan, Tai" fb)(6) I 
Subject: RE: Can you confirm departure? 
Hi Tai, 
Nothing is finalized. Please help me by ensuring y'all don't publish anything until something 
is. I will be happy to let you know as soon as anything is final. 
Thank you! 
Gene 
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Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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From: Kopan, Tai 
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2017 4:30:20 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Can you confirm departure? 
Hi Gene, 
I heard through the grape vine that you announced today you are headed to the AG's 
office at DOJ. 
Can you confirm? Do you have any comment on the change? 
Have to ask you, if you have anything to say from the horse's mouth. Or anything on 
background you would like me to keep I mind if I report the news? 
Thanks! 
Tai 
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Date: 2017/09/12 09:46:37 
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Thank you! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Behalf Of Ottawa, Accounting 
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Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 9:45 AM 
To: Hamilton, Genel ~<b_)<B_l_______ ~ 
Subject: RE: Receipt 
Good morning Gene, 
Please find attached a copy of the receipt for your records. 
If you require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me by replying 
to this email or by callingl<bl(Bl I 
Thank you and be well, 
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THE WESTIN OTTAWA 
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westin.com/ottawa 
Venue on Twenty Two 
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From: Hamilton, Gene l~<b_)(6_) ___________ ~ 
Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 8:13 AM 
To: l(b)(6) 
Subject: Receipt 
Good morning, 
I hope all is well. I stayed at the Westin Ottawa from June 25-27. Can you please email 
me a receipt from my stay there? I seem to have misplaced it. 
Thank you! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
This electronic message transmission contains info1mation from the Company that may 
be proprietary, confidential and/or privileged. The information is intended only for the 
use of the individual(s) or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, be 
aware that any disclosure, copying or distribution or use of the contents of this 
information is prohibited. If you have received this electronic transmission in eITor, 
please notify the sender immediately by replying to the address listed in the "From:" 
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From: Hamilton, Gene i(b)(6l I ktilnll 
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To: "Petro, Angela Vb \/6\ I 
Subject: RE: **Important Speaker Info** September 25-27 HSU 
Date: 2017/09/25 13:47:50 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Hi Angela, 
Please see the attached form. 
Thanks! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Petro, Angela .... fb_l(_6l ______________ _. 
Sent: Friday, September 22, 2017 2:16 PM 
Subject: **Important Speaker Info** September 25-27 HSU 
Dear Speakers & Program Organizers: 
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Thank you for your participation in next week's Homeland Security Law Institute at George Washington 
University in Washington, DC. We are honored by your contribution and look forward to sharing your 
expertise. 
A few additional logistics in addition to below attendee email you should have received: 
SPEAKER RELEASES 
• If you have not already, please fill out the attached speaker release form for the event and 
return it to ~b)(6) las soon as possible. It is IMPERATIVE that we receive 
your speaker release prior to your presentation. 
• Please note that all speakers are required to agree with the following policy: 
11You acknowledge and agree to comply with the ABA's 110pen Meeting Policy," which states in part 11all 
ABA programs are open to the media unless they are to conduct business sessions of a confidential 
nature." 11Media" may include print, radio, TV, internet or other journalists as credentialed by the 
Division for Media Relations and Communication Services, including ABA journalists. In addition, you 
acknowledge that media may record, photograph, or make fair use of portions of your presentation." 
A/V PRESENTATION MATERIALS 
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• A/V will be available in the form of the following: a standing podium and microphone, a laptop 
running Windows PowerPoint, and a computer projector with a wireless remote and large screen. 
• If you have a PowerPoint you would like to use during your presentation, please bring it on a USB 
memory key and ask the technician in the room to load it for you. Please do this AT LEAST 15 minutes 
before your panel's start time. 
CLE CREDIT 
• If you need CLE credit, you must sign-in at the CLE table outside the Betts Theatre. 
• NY AND IL SPEAKERS! Please note on your sign-in (or inform section staff) if you are requesting 
CLE credit for the panel you are speaking on. Special credit calculation/certificates are required. 
• ILLINOIS: You must provide section staff with preparation time spent in advance of the program to 
earn any additional speaker credit. 
Best, 
Angela Petro 
Program Specialist, Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice 
American Bar Association I 1050 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 4001 Washington, DC 20036 
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AMBAR.ORG CAREER CENTER MEMBERSHIP CALENDAR CLE 
PUBLISHING 
Homeland Security Law Institute 
George Washington University 
Marvin Center Betts Theatre 
800 21st Street NW 
Washington, DC 
Monday, September 25 - Wednesday, September 27 

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Attendee Info 
REGISTRATION 
• • * Please come to the registration desk outside of the Continental 
Ballroom on Monday and the Grand Ballroom on Tuesday and Wednesday 
to pick up your name badge and attendee packet when you arrive. As you 
enter the Marvin Center, walk straight back and take the elevators to the 
third floor for both ballrooms. For the programming, the Betts Theatre is 
located on the first floor to the right when facing the elevators. 
• • * All CLE Materials will be available on our website as PDF files by 
Monday. 
https ://www .a mericanbar .org/ content/ ebus/ events/2017 /12th-annua 1-
homela nd-secu rity-law-i nstitute/ cle-materia ls.htm I 
• • * Staff will be on hand beginning at 10:00 AM on Monday, and 8:00 AM 
on Tuesday and Wednesday. 
• • * If you requested an accommodation (dietary, mother's room, 
accessibility), please ask at registration for more info. 
CLE CREDIT 
• • * If you need CLE credit, you must sign-in at the CLE table outside of the 
Betts Theatre on the first floor. Your CLE instructions and forms are 
included in the materials collected at registration. 
• • * NEW FORM IN MATERIALS! ABA CLE Attendance Reporting Request 
Form (list of required states on top of form). Email to 
MCLE@americanbar.org or complete online: 
http://ambar.org/CLEattendreport 
• • * Attorneys licensed in New York must sign-in AND out for each 
individual session to receive the NY Certificate of Attendance (emailed 
after the program). 
• • * Attorneys licensed in Delaware and Illinois must sign-in for each 
individual session. Illinois attorneys will receive an IL Certificate of 
Attendance (emailed after the program). 
• • * Illinois speakers who wish to obtain CLE credit must request the 
Illinois Certificate of Teaching from ABA Ad Law staff and report preparation 
time. 
• • * If you need to review your state's CLE requirements, please visit the 
ABA's CLE WEBSITE. 
• • * Contact Angela.Petro@americanbar.org with any CLE questions after 
the program. 
MEALS 
• • * Coffee, Tea, Soft Drinks & Water available throughout the program. 
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NOTE: No food or drink is allowed in the Betts Theatre. All breaks and 
meals will be in the Continental Ballroom on Monday and the Grand 
Ballroom on Tuesday and Wednesday, both on the third floor. 
• • * Lunch is included with registration Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 
Breakfast is included with registration Tuesday and Wednesday. 
• • * Please contac~(b)(6l !ASAP with any special 
needs. 
• • * Join us on Tuesday from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM for the Networking & 
Cocktail Reception. Location: GW Law School Student Conference Center, 
2000 H St NW. 
LOCATION, METRO ACCESS and PARKING 
• • * The Betts Theatre is located at 800 21st Street NW, Washington, DC. 
• • * Directions and parking info (at cost, we cannot validate parking) 
available on the Program Website. 
• • * 2 blocks from Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro station on 
Orange/Blue/Silver lines. 
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GOVERNMENT ONLY 
SPEAKER RELEASE 
American Bar Association 
321 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654 
ABA Entity: Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice 
Name of Presenter ("You"): Gene P. Hamilton 
Address: 245 Murray Lane SW 
Washington, DC 20528 
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Phone:. Email: l._<b_)(6_)_______ ____. 
ABA Program Title ("Program"): 12th Annual Homeland Security Law Institute 
Location of Program: Washington, DC Date of Program: September 25-27, 2017 
Title of Presentation/Paper: 12th Annual Homeland Security Law Institute 
Please sign and return this form by: September 16, 2017 to:"'l(b..,..,)(= 5)------------, 
I understand that the American Bar Association may record Convention and Conference programs and make those 
audio and video recordings, and/or edited transcriptions thereof, available to its members and others for continuing 
legal education 
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attaches to those remarks. As a result, neither the American Bar Association nor its agents may assert a copyright in the 
text of my remarks. 
I acknowledge that I will not assert any rights, title or interest (including claims of copyright) in the program and/or 
the material. The American Bar Association shall be responsible for obtaining all other required authorizations, 
consents and releases, if any. 
I consent to the American Bar Association's use of the material in connection with the program in perpetuity in any 
and all media throughout the universe. The American Bar Association, its successors, licensees or assigns may make 
modification, such as to edit or duplicate the material, as they determine; however, the message conveyed in my 
remarks may not be altered. I hereby acknowledge and agree that the American Bar Association is not required to use 
any portion of my appearance or information I have provided. 
The American Bar Association may not use my name, title, position, likeness, voice, remarks and biographical 
information in connection with advertising, publicity, endorsement and/or promotional purposes without separate and 
prior written permission for each publicity use or promotional purpose, except the American Bar Association may list 
my name and OHS affiliation among a complete list of speakers who will participate in the event, giving me no 
greater prominence than the names and affiliations of the other participants. 
If my appearance, and/or accompanying written or visual material, in any and all media manner, are going to be 
included on a video/CD/DVD that will be sold, the amount charged must reflect the cost of production, and should not 
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From: Hamilton, Gene i(b)(6) ( 11.-.\IC'\ 
To: "Jonathan Thompson Kb)(6) 
Subject: RE: Call 
Date: 2017/09/20 20:46:45 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
I'll have Susanne put it on my calendar. Thanks! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent: Wednesday, September 20, 2017 8:45 PM 
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Subject: Re: Call 
Call me any time after 3edt. 
Best, 
Please forgive any errors, typos or tonal shortcomings as this message is being sent from 
my phone. 
On Sep 20, 2017, at 8:44 PM, Hamilton, Genel ,_<b_JC 6_l ___________ __. 
Can we connect Friday afternoon? 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Date: 2017/09/20 20:44:19 
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Can we connect Friday afternoon? 
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Subject: RE: Where r y'all now? 
Date: 2017/08/22 21:55:46 
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I don't know. Map isn't up, we turned on the news 
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Date: 2017/08/21 21:29:05 
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yes 
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Subject: RE: Call: must talk 
Date: 2017/08/2117:47:17 
Priority: Normal 
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What's the best number to reach you at? 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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From: Jonathan Thompson l ... <b_)<_B) ___________ _. 
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 3:47 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene ... l<b_)(_B_) ________ _. 
Subject: Call: must talk 
Status on detainee agreement. Left message for you. 
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Hi all, 
Attached you'll find several of the farewell photos from earlier this week. 
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Sir; just let me know the number of the file that works for you ....... a flag and or a seal shot. Thanks 
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Date: 2017/07/28 18:37:49 
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I am dandy . ._ICb_l<B_l ________ _. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent: Friday, July 28, 2017 5:16:28 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Hey! 
Are you ok? Staying at DHS or will you move to WH. 
Crazy times! 
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Thank you for your message. I am out of the office and will respond to all messages 
when I return. For immediate assistance, please contact fbl(6) lat 
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Subject: RE: Aspen Summer Schedule 
Date: 2017/06/30 15:56:34 
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Hey sir, 
Y'all please go ahead, I will be a few min late because of a call with the Deputy 
Secretary. Looking forward to talking. 
Best, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Walker, Robert 
Sent: Friday, June 30, 2017 3:41:00 PM 
To: l(b)(6) I Krebs, Christopher; Hamilton, Gene; Taylor, Miles 
Cc: Mallon, Emily 
Subject: RE: Aspen Summer Schedule 
Hi All. 
Sorry for the late break, but here is an updated draft of the agenda for today's conversation. 
Thanks, 
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Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 9:58 AM 
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Hi Rob, 
Apologies for multiple drafts, but we had additional updates later in the evening. Primarily to 
the scene setter speakers. 
Also for the Cyber session our speaker is likely to be Chris Krebs (cc'ed here)- but that may be 
adjusted. 
Best, 
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Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 5:29 PM 
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Thank you for the feedback and introductions. This is as much your agenda as it is ours and we 
will work this to the Secretary's liking. 
Cyber fell off due to time restrictions, but I will work with DHS team to get it back on. 
Understood on all else including the Secretary's timeline. 
And, moving you to CC now. 
Chris, Gene, and Miles: 
Would it be possible for your schedules to put together a working group early next week? My 
Monday and Tuesday are flexible right now. Or if nothing else, a conference call. The sooner the 
better. 
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Please consider, how much time you feel would be appropriate for this group of 30+ to discuss 
these topics and how our group members may be leveraged to spark the conversation after the 
OHS scene setter. 
More to follow soon ... 
Rob 
Rob Walker 
Executive Director 
Homeland Security Program I The Aspen Institute 
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Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 5:14 PM 
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Hi Rob, 
My apologies for the delay in getting back to you. Thanks for the updated agenda! Please see 
attached with a few edits. This may evolve still as Gene, Miles and Chris work on the topics with 
you - but wanted to keep you updated on our thinking. 
A couple of other items: 
1. • 1. Agenda: 
a. • a. I noticed that the cyber topic fell off in this version - can we add it back 
on? 
b. • b. We've decided to not do the QHSR topic at this time - can you remove 
that? 
c. • c. A new request to change the name of CVE to Countering Terrorist 
Recruitment and Radicalization 
2. • 2. The Secretary is now slated to arrive the morning of Tuesday- at the beginning of 
the meeting. That is somewhat dependent on the actual flight times - which we are 
trying to firm up by next week. We are planning on him being there from Tuesday 
through Thursday morning. Some members of our delegation will remain in Aspen after 
he departs. 
Finally- please meet Gene, Miles and Chris. Gene and Miles are the leads for the 
Screening/Vetting session; Miles is the lead for Aviation Security and Countering Terrorist 
Recruitment and Radicalization; and Chris is the lead for Cyber. Feel free to connect them to the 
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scene setters and have reach into the appropriate parts of OHS to gather any info we may need 
to make this a successful session. 
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Subject: RE: Aspen Summer Schedule 
Importance: High 
!(b)(6) I. I know you're busy, so resending this as a reminder. 
I hope the Miami conference went well and all those issues you had to monitor got resolved! 
And thank you again for your time and lunch on Thursday. 
I've redrafted the agenda base on our conversation. Please, take a look and share your 
comments. 
A few question that remain: 
1. • 1. What is the latest time you believe the Secretary would be available on Tuesday, 
18 July. I would like to dedicate 15-20 minutes for him to address the group and go 
around the table for introductions. 
2. • 2. Do you have a scene setter/briefer for the QHSR? And CVE? 
3. • 3. Would you please make the introductions to Miles, Gene, and Chris. I've got group 
members ready to shape the discussions, but they want to understand the direction 
OHS want to take the conversation. 
Some of my group member assignments are tentative at this point. I'm reaching out to them 
today to gauge interest in being the discussion spark leaders. 
Thanks, 
Rob 
Rob Walker 
Executive Director 
Homeland Security Program I The Aspen Institute 
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HI Robert, 
Thank you for reaching out. We are looking forward to working with you on the agenda. 
I am on travel today, but in the office tomorrow and Friday. Would you like to meet for 
coffee or lunch? I'm about to go off Comms for about 6 hrs - I'm CC'ing Emily who can 
assist with the scheduling. 
Best, 
Deputy Chief of Staff 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Good day, I'm Rob Walker, the Executive Director of the Aspen Homeland Security Program. 
I am sharing an initial draft for the summer meeting in Aspen, Colorado July 18-19. Secretary 
Kelly has agreed to attend. This draft comes from the preferred topics laid out by our co-chairs, 
SEC Chertoff and REP Jan Harman. 
I would like to chat with you at some point in the near future about how we may further shape 
this agenda and who from the Department would be in attendance. Would you be available 
sometime tomorrow to discuss? I'm willing to come to your location or we can chat on the 
phone. 
Thank you, 
Rob 
Rob Walker 
Executive Director 
Homeland Security Program I The Aspen Institute 
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Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 9:00:36 AM 
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Subject: Department-wide Personnel Accountability (DHS Eagle Horizon 2017, Shared Task 3a) 
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Gene Hamilton, 
Department-wide Personnel Accountability (DHS Eagle Horizon 2017, Shared Task 3a). 
EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE 
This is a test of the DHS Personnel Alert and Accountability System as part of the Eagle 
Horizon continuity exercise. As required by DHS directive, please respond to this alert in 
order for your DHS Component to detern1ine your accountability status. 
You may respond by doing one of the following: 
• • Select one of the responses below by clicking on the desired Response text. 
• • Reply to this email with the corresponding number to your response on the top 
line within the body of the email, e.g., 1 for indicating that you wish to use 
response option 1. 
Option# Response: 
1. • Present for duty at work site 
2. • Teleworking 
3. • On leave or TDY 
4. • Unavailable 
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Thanks anyways. Appreciate you taking the time to help us! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
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Subject: RE: Iraq 
Date: 2017/06/15 14:24:06 
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Great! Let's plan on sometime after 4. In the interim, for background, we have provided the following 
statement in response to inquiries from members of the press: 
As a result of recent negotiations between the U.S. and Iraq, Iraq has recently agreed to 
accept a number of Iraqi nationals subject to orders of removal. 
As part of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) effor1s to process the 
backlog of these individuals, since May 2017, the agency has arrested 199 Iraqi nationals 
nationwide, the overwhelming majority of whom had criminal convictions for crimes 
including homicide, rape, aggravated assault, kidnapping, burglary, drug trafficking, 
robbery, sex assault, weapons violations and other offenses. Two individuals did not have 
criminal convictions but have pending criminal charges for drug trafficking, receiving 
stolen property and multiple arrests for domestic violence. One individual is a non￾criminal with a final order of removal. 
As part ofICE's recent enforcement effort, officers arrested 114 Iraqi nationals in Detroit 
over the weekend and 85 throughout the rest of the country over the past several weeks. 
As of April 17, 2017, there were 1,444 Iraqi nationals with final orders or removal. 
Since the March 12, 2017 agreement with the Government oflraq regarding removals, 
eight Iraqi nationals have been removed to Iraq. 
ICE focuses its enforcement resources on individuals who pose a threat to national 
security, public safety and border security. However, as Secretary Kelly has made clear, 
ICE will not exempt classes or categories of removable aliens from potential 
enforcement. All of those in violation of the immigration laws may be subject to 
immigration arrest, detention and, if found removable by final order, removal from the 
United States. 
These arrests are consistent with the routine, targeted enforcement action carried out by 
ICE's Enforcement and Removal Operations on a daily basis. All enforcement activities 
are conducted with the same level of professionalism and respect that ICE officers exhibit 
every day. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
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From: Nina Shea f~b-)( 5
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Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 2:17 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene fb)(6) Subject: Re: Iraq ._ __________ _. 
Yes. I could now or after 4 pm 
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Good afternoon, Nina, 
· rx~ I I hope this note finds you well. I understand that you reached out to .__ ___ _.over at 
State about the removal of certain Iraqi nationals. Do you have a minute to talk on the 
phone? 
Thank you, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Subject: RE: Thank You and Follow Up 
Date: 2017/05/30 20:12:33 
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Hi Matt, 
Hope all is well. I'm going through my inbox and realized I may not have replied to your 
email. However, I think you are synced up with fb)(B) I in OPE, and we're working 
on getting a meeting set up. Hope to talk to you soon. 
Best, 
Gene 
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From: Sonnesyn, Matt 
Sent: Friday, May 19, 2017 9:58:04 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: RE: Thank You and Follow Up 
Hi Gene, 
Just follow-up to make sure you saw this e-mail I sent Wednesday. I hope that we are able to sit 
down with you or the appropriate person sometime soon. Thank you. 
Matt Sonnesyn 
From: Sonnesyn, Matt 
Sent: Wednesday, May 17, 2017 3:05 PM 
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I wanted to thank you again for the meeting you and Sec. Kelly held with our CEO members in 
March. Since that time, you all have taken some important steps related to high-skilled 
immigration, and we've also been doing some thinking on 
that front. We recognized and appreciate that you all want to make sure high-skilled 
visas truly are being utilized by highly-skilled individuals, and that American workers 
aren't being displaced. 
To that end, I wondered if I could bring a small group of company representatives - maybe six 
people - to meet with you and have a more in-depth follow on conversation. If that sounds 
good, just let me know what timing works for you and 
we will do our best to work around your schedule. 
Many thanks, 
Matt Sonnesyn I Vice President I Business Roundtable 
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http://www.ma-appellatecourts.org/?brief=SJ C￾12276 10 Amicus The United States Brief.pdf 
Gene P. Hamilton 
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Date: 2017/05/15 15:49:50 
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Remove a keyboard tray. Thanks! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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To: Fuller, Adam <Adam.Fuller@am.jll.com> 
Subject: RE: 17-0126A 
Sounds good to me! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Depa1tment of Homeland Security 
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Thanks, Adam! The chairs look good. How big is the bookcase? 
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YOU'RE INVITED: DHS Night at the Nationals 
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Spend some time with your co-workers outside the office, invite your family and friends, 
and let's fill the stands to cheer on the home team. Tickets 
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Hey sir, 
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Me too. 
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Hi Laura, 
Hope you are well. I am caught up, but looping in Dave Lapan. 
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Subject: Quick question 
I'm writing about the State rulemaking on new vetting questions for some visa applicants 
and wondering if there's anything I should keep in mind in writing this up .. 
https://www .federalregister.gov/documents/2017/05/04/2017-08975/notice-of￾information-collection-under-omb-emergency-review-supplemental-guestions-for￾visa#print 
Also, I plan to make reference to my last story that you helped me on to explain what else 
is under consideration but want to check to see if anything has changed since that last 
piece. 
Thanks much for any guidance, 
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I'm copying the DHS HR team on this email to facilitate the transfer of all ofmy HR-related 
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Concur 
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Thanks Lydia. As you correctly noted, this was a readout from us, not a joint statement 
that needs to reflect the views of both parties. It's not our responsibility to present the 
Haitian side, nor is it the Haitian's responsibility to present our side. 
They can issue whatever they'd like to convey their position (but they shouldn't 
misrepresent the Secretary's position on TPS). 
Not to get into a tit-for-tat since it was a productive visit but we could also express 
disappointment at how they (mis)handled the entire press engagement element of the 
meetings. 
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Subject: RE: Aspen Summer Schedule 
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Gene, 
This is good, thanks! 
I've shared it with !"'"(b"'"")(6"""') __________ _,l They will be the conversation sparks from the 
Group. 
Cheers, 
Rob 
Rob Walker 
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Homeland Securitv Program I The Aspen Institute b)(6) 
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Here's my draft (some of it is very similar to other things we have written on these issues): 
Vetting, Screening, and the Rule of Law 
The American people deserve and expect an immigration system that serves the national interest--one 
that has as its paramount priority their safety, security, and well-being. Yet, until now, the United States 
has not previously established international direct infonnation sharing requirements in support of visa and 
immigration screening and vetting. Nor has it established uniform screening and vetting standards that are 
applicable to individuals who seek admission to the United States through our generous immigration 
system. This lack of information sharing requirements and uniform screening and vetting standards reveal 
significant vulnerabilities, as both play a crucial role in detecting potentially dangerous individuals￾including terrorists, criminals, and other threat actors-and preventing them from entering our territory. 
Relatedly, border security is critically important to the national security of the United States. Aliens who 
illegally enter the United States without inspection or admission present a significant threat to national 
security and public safety. Such aliens have not been identified or inspected by Federal immigration 
officers to determine their admissibility to the United States. And aliens who illegally enter the United 
States and those who overstay or otherwise violate the tenns of their visas may present a significant threat 
to national security and public safety. This is particularly so for aliens who are associated with terrorist 
organizations, transnational criminal organizations, or who engage in criminal conduct in the United 
States. 
The Trump Administration is committed to enhancing the safety and security of the American people, and 
has issued multiple executive orders to address these issues since taking office in January of this year. 
Key questions for participants include: 
• • * What can we do to enhance our vetting and screening systems to better protect the 
American people? 
• • * How can we better incentivize international cooperation to support our vetting and 
screening systems? 
• • * How can we better analyze the volume of information we have collected to support our 
vetting and screening systems-while protecting sources and methods and safeguarding data 
consistent with applicable law? 
• • * How can interior enforcement of our immigration laws contribute to enhanced border 
security? And homeland security? 
• • * How can enforcement of our immigration laws contribute to the dismantling of transnational 
criminal organizations and decrease the flow of special interest aliens into the United States? 
That's a lot for one session-and there's a lot more we could discuss-but that's what I have for now. I 
can cut it down to size if need be. Workable? 
Thanks! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Thanks, Gene! 
Rob Walker 
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Subject: RE: Aspen Summer Schedule 
I'll have something before the end of the night tonight. Apologies for the delay. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Advancing National Cybersecurity 
The Trump Administration is building on a solid foundation in aggressively advancing cybersecurity risk 
management across our nation's Federal networks and critical infrastructure. Executive Order 13800, 
Strengthening the Cybersecurity of Federal Networks and Critical Infrastructure, maps out the 
Administration's and Department's priorities and areas of emphasis. The global threat environment, 
however, is not waiting for our final reports. Recent global events like WannaCry and NotPetya have 
highlighted the increasingly complex tools under development by our adversaries, as well as the broader 
challenge of an inherently vulnerable global cyber ecosystem. As we look to reduce systemic cyber risk 
in our most critical systems and networks, while simultaneously creating market conditions to foster a 
more secure and resilient ecosystem for all, it is clear that success is a shared responsibility. Key 
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• How can the Department work closer with the private sector and the security research 
community to more effectively share early indicators on emerging threats and events? 
• How does the inexorable shift to managed service providers {MSPs) and Cloud Service 
Providers {MSPs) change how threat actors can access targets? 
• Is the government policy model for critical infrastructure protection and 16 sectors, 
enshrined in Presidential Policy Directive 21- Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience, 
still relevant? 
• What are the current challenges facing MSPs and CSPs as they face increasing scrutiny and 
oversight from state and federal regulatory bodies? 
• What is the Department's "value proposition" when it comes to encouraging the private 
sector to work with us in cybersecurity risk management and incident response? 
• What incentives would encourage the private sector to work with DHS and come forward 
before, during, and after incidents. 
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That looks good. Thanks! 
Rob Walker 
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On Jul 5, 2017, at 5:39 PM, Taylor, Miles ..... (b_)(6_) ___________________ __. 
wrote: 
Rob-let me know if this is along the lines of the type of framing you need from us: 
Raising the Baseline for Aviation Security Globally 
Terrorists continue to target the aviation sector. We are seeing a "spider web" of threats to passenger 
aircraft, as groups like ISIS and al Qaeda pursue every available means to threaten the flying public, such 
as innovative concealment of explosives, recruitment of airport and airline insiders, and hijacking of 
aircraft. That is why DHS Secretary John Kelly recently announced "seen and unseen" enhancements to 
raise the baseline for aviation security globally. Key questions for participants include: 
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How can we better improve aviation security worldwide in a risk-based manner? 
What should be done to prepare for emerging terror tactics, such as the use of weaponized 
unmanned aerial systems? 
How can we prevent the types of airport attacks we saw in Istanbul and Brussels? 
What can be done to further improve deterrence so that terrorists no longer see aviation as an 
attractive target? 
What broader counterterrorism improvements would help deter, detect, and disrupt terrorist 
travel overall? 
How can we use carrots and sticks to encourage foreign partners to step up their counterterrorism 
efforts in this space? 
Countering Terrorist Recruitment and Radicalization 
Terrorist activity worldwide has reached unprecedented levels, including here in the homeland. 
Extremists are radicalizing their followers across borders and at broadband speed. Indeed, ISIS and al 
Qaeda are using "virtual" safe havens to find, train, and deploy new recruits to carry out their violence. 
The result is a major uptick in homegrown terror plotting, which is especially difficult to stop. Key 
questions for participants include: 
How do we increase public and community awareness of the threat? 
What can be done to develop greater "early warning" that individuals have radicalized to violence, 
especially as terrorists migrate to secure communication platforms? 
How should we fight back against terrorist recruitment online without compromising our own free 
speech and data privacy? 
Can radical suspects be successfully "off-ramped"; if so, what is government's role in doing so? 
What should be done about the ticking-time-bomb of terror suspects that will be released from 
U.S. prisons in the coming years? 
In an age of crowd-sourced terror, how should the U.S. government be structured to respond 
quickly and adaptably to the threat? 
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Rob, thanks - for the Cyber discussion "Advancing National Cybersecurity" should work for now. 
Working on the framing intro today. 
Thx 
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DHS Team, 
I hope everyone enjoyed their Independence Day! Happy birthday, America! 
I would just like to send a gentle reminder for the short discussion framing introductions to each topical 
session. The sooner I can get those to our group members, the better prepared they will be to support 
the conversation. 
Thank you, 
Rob 
Rob Walker 
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Hi All. 
Sorry for the late break, but here is an updated draft of the agenda for today's conversation. 
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Subject: RE: Aspen Summer Schedule 
Hi Rob, 
Apologies for multiple drafts, but we had additional updates later in the evening. Primarily to the scene 
setter speakers. 
Also for the Cyber session our speaker is likely to be Chris Krebs (cc'ed here) - but that may be adjusted. 
Best, 
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Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 5:29 PM 
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Thank you for the feedback and introductions. This is as much your agenda as it is ours and we will work 
this to the Secretary's liking. 
Cyber fell off due to time restrictions, but I will work with OHS team to get it back on. Understood on all 
else including the Secretary's timeline. 
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And, moving you to CC now. 
Chris, Gene, and Miles: 
Would it be possible for your schedules to put together a working group early next week? My Monday 
and Tuesday are flexible right now. Or if nothing else, a conference call. The sooner the better. 
Please consider, how much time you feel would be appropriate for this group of 30+ to discuss these 
topics and how our group members may be leveraged to spark the conversation after the DHS scene 
setter. 
More to follow soon ... 
Rob 
Rob Walker 
Executive Director 
Homeland Security Program I The Aspen Institute 
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Hi Rob, 
My apologies for the delay in getting back to you. Thanks for the updated agenda! Please see attached 
with a few edits. This may evolve still as Gene, Miles and Chris work on the topics with you - but 
wanted to keep you updated on our thinking. 
A couple of other items: 
1. Agenda: 
* I noticed that the cyber topic fell off in this version - can we add it back on? 
* We've decided to not do the QHSR topic at this time - can you remove that? 
* A new request to change the name of CVE to Countering Terrorist Recruitment and Radicalization 
2. The Secretary is now slated to arrive the morning of Tuesday- at the beginning of the meeting. 
That is somewhat dependent on the actual flight times - which we are trying to firm up by next week. 
We are planning on him being there from Tuesday through Thursday morning. Some members of our 
delegation will remain in Aspen after he departs. 
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Finally- please meet Gene, Miles and Chris. Gene and Miles are the leads for the Screening/Vetting 
session; Miles is the lead for Aviation Security and Countering Terrorist Recruitment and Radicalization; 
and Chris is the lead for Cyber. Feel free to connect them to the appropriate people on your staff to 
work on the sessions. They will work with our proposed scene setters and have reach into the 
appropriate parts of DHS to gather any info we may need to make this a successful session. 
Thank you! 
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Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 11:57 AM 
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Subject: RE: Aspen Summer Schedule 
Importance: High 
l(b)(6) Ii know you're busy, so resending this as a reminder. 
I hope the Miami conference went well and all those issues you had to monitor got resolved! And thank 
you again for your time and lunch on Thursday. 
I've redrafted the agenda base on our conversation. Please, take a look and share your comments. 
A few question that remain: 
1. What is the latest time you believe the Secretary would be available on Tuesday, 18 July. I would like 
to dedicate 15-20 minutes for him to address the group and go around the table for introductions. 
2. Do you have a scene setter/briefer for the QHSR? And CVE? 
3. Would you please make the introductions to Miles, Gene, and Chris. I've got group members ready 
to shape the discussions, but they want to understand the direction DHS want to take the conversation. 
Some of my group member assignments are tentative at this point. I'm reaching out to them today to 
gauge interest in being the discussion spark leaders. 
Thanks, 
Rob 
Rob Walker 
Executive Director 
Homeland Security Program I The Aspen Institute 
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Subject: RE: Aspen Summer Schedule 
HI Robert, 
Thank you for reaching out. We are looking forward to working with you on the agenda. I am on travel 
today, but in the office tomorrow and Friday. Would you like to meet for coffee or lunch? I'm about to 
go off Com ms for about 6 hrs - I'm CC'ing Emily who can assist with the scheduling. 
Best, 
Deputy Chief of Staff 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Good day, I'm Rob Walker, the Executive Director of the Aspen Homeland Security Program. 
I am sharing an initial draft for the summer meeting in Aspen, Colorado July 18-19. Secretary Kelly has 
agreed to attend. This draft comes from the preferred topics laid out by our co-chairs, fb)(6) land 
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I would like to chat with you at some point in the near future about how we may further shape this 
agenda and who from the Department would be in attendance. Would you be available sometime 
tomorrow to discuss? I'm willing to come to your location or we can chat on the phone. 
Thank you, 
Rob 
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Date: 2017/10/26 22:57:20 
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Off the record, of course. 
I don't think that's a fair thing to do considering the context I provided off the record. If you 
publish with that material, I will note it for future reference-meaning I won't be responding to 
any additional inquiries from you in the future. 
That's not a good way to go about building relationships. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson~l(b_)(_6) ________ ~ 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 10:42 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene l-(b_)(6_) ________ ~ 
Subject: Re: DHS 
Thanks, Gene. If there's an issue, you'll need to clarify on the record or on background. I've already filed 
citing the New Yorker piece and gotten the edit back, and I'm ready to ship it. We only mention the aspects 
of the story I cited below. 
From: "Hamilton, Gene"~fb_JC 6l __________ ~ 
Date: Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 10:27 PM 
To: Ted Hesson ¥bl(6) I 
Subject: RE: DHS 
Off the record again. I don't think that either sentence is a fair assessment. 
I worked with Stephen as anyone else would at a senior level. 
DHS estimated that it could possibly process 42k under one estimate, on another, 26k. 
Both were fairly aggressive numbers under the parameters that were established. The real 
number that can be processed in FY18 could be lower. It's better to under promise and 
over deliver than to set a number that will never be met. The problem is, no one knows 
what's possible under the new vetting/screening regime. 
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Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson Q~(b_l(_6l _________ ~ 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 9:05 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene l~(b_)(_6) ________ ~ 
Subject: Re: DHS 
Thanks, Gene. What about the two sentences I cited here? Are they accurate? 
From: "Hamilton, Gene'~l<b_l<_ 6l __________ ~ 
Date: Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 9:00 PM 
To: Ted Hesson!(b)(6l I 
Subject: RE: DHS 
All off the record. 
I dispute those characterizations, and think that article in particular was a terrible example of journalism, to 
say the least. An insult to the profession in terms of journalistic integrity. Alleged quotes without context. No 
effort made to contact me about any of it, to correct any of the errors flagged by OHS OPA, among other 
things. Just bad, agenda-based writing without any concern for accuracy or balance. 
As the Senior Counselor at OHS for the immigration portfolio, I interact with Stephen on a lot of issues. We 
did not "advocate" for anything-other than the simple premise that USCIS needed to build a business model 
of sorts to figure out what it could responsibly do with admissions for FY18. Historically, no one ever picked 
the number based on what USCIS could actually do-they picked numbers out of thin air because it made 
senior policy makers feel good about themselves, with no thought given to what the men and women of 
USCIS could safely process and keep up with other work. 
I would steer clear of that article. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 8:45:45 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: OHS 
Also, do you dispute any of this from the New Yorker article? I'm planning to mention: 
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https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/how-stephen-miller-single-handedly-got-the-us-to-accept￾fewer-refugees 
- you worked closely with White House policy adviser Stephen Miller to craft the decision on refugee levels in 
fiscal year 2018 
- the administration landed at 45,000, but you and Miller advocated for a ceiling between 15,000-26,000 
From: "Hamilton, Gene" j~<b_J(_6J_________ ~ 
Date: Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 8:03 PM 
To: Ted Hesson 'fb)(6) l(bl(6l I 
Subject: RE: DHS 
On background: 
- next week 
- Counselor to the Attorney General. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 7:52:00 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: OHS 
Do you have an end date at OHS or a start date at DOJ, Gene? And a DOJ title? 
From: "Hamilton, Gene"~fb~)( 6
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Subject: RE: DHS 
Don't know why I said that. Yes, CNN. Trying to do too much at once. Thanks 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 7:15:17 PM 
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To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: OHS 
Thanks, Gene. Tai Kopan is now at CNN, but used to work at Politico. 
I'll let you know if any other questions come up. 
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Hi Ted, 
I just spoke with Tai over at Politico. To be fair to you, I told her it was fine to say I confirmed the move. And I 
told her-for attribution if desired-something along the lines of "it was a tremendous honor and privilege to 
serve with the men and women of DHS. I look forward to seeing their continued success from a new role." 
And off the record, this move has been in the works for some time. 
Just FYI 
Thanks again, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 6:42:15 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: OHS 
I appreciate the background, Gene. I'll let you know if any other questions come up. 
From: Hamilton, Genef:~b_)< 6_> _________ ~ 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 6:36:51 PM 
To: Ted Hesson 
Subject: RE: DHS 
Hi Ted, 
Please do not quote me or cite me in any way. But I simply look forward to working for the Attorney General 
again. Working at DHS has been a tremendous honor, and I look forward to its continued success after I 
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depart. 
Perhaps we can talk sometime soon. 
Best, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 6:01:43 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Subject: Re: OHS 
Thanks for following up, Gene. We're planning an item about your move in tomorrow's Morning Shift 
newsletter. 
Are you able to comment on why you're moving over to DOJ? Does it have anything to do with the 
nomination of Kirstjen Nielsen? 
Also, can you provide any more details about why you're moving? 
I'm planning to file by 8:30pm or so. I'm in transit now but should be available by 6:30pm at"'"!(b""')(""'6) ___ __, 
Best, 
Ted 
From: Hamilton, Gene ,_!(b_)(_6)_______ ___, 
Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2017 3:43:54 PM 
To: Ted Hesson 
Subject: RE: DHS 
Hi Ted, 
Thanks for checking back in. Hope all is well. 
It continues to be my personal preference to not have any personnel moves reported in the press, 
but I can confirm to you that I am joining the Office of the Attorney General at the Department 
of Justice. 
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Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson! .... <b_><_6) ________ ~ 
Sent: Monday, October 23, 2017 2:29 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene l .... {b_)(6_) ________ ~ 
Subject: Re: DHS 
Hi Gene, 
Do you have some time to chat this week? I'm around for the next hour or so, and will also have some time 
on Wed and Thurs. 
From: "Hamilton, Gene" l._<b_)(6_) _________ __, 
Date: Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 9:33 PM 
To: Ted Hesson t""b"""l(6.a..l ________ __, 
Subject: RE: DHS 
Can we connect in a few days? 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson .... fb_)(6_) _________ __, 
Sent: Sunday, October 15, 2017 9:26 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene l .... {b_)(6_) ________ ~ 
Subject: Re: DHS 
Thanks for the reply, Gene. Do you know when you would be able to explain the reasons for the move? I'm 
happy to chat now if that's easier,! .... <b_)(6_) _ ~ 
From: "Hamilton, Gene'' f"--b .... )(6..... ) _______ " __ ___. 
Date: Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 9:04 PM 
To: Ted Hesson ~ .... (b_)(6_) _________ ~ 
Subject: RE: DHS 
Hi Ted, 
Thanks for the note, and for reaching out. I'd really appreciate if you don't publish anything at 
this time, because nothing is finalized. I'm happy to let you know as soon as something changes, 
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How about I keep you posted? And I wouldn't read much into any reasons provided by sources. 
I'm happy to tell you directly myself when the time is right. 
Best, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Ted Hesson~l(b_)<_ 6> ________ ~ 
Sent: Sunday, October 15, 2017 8:50 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene l._(b_)(_B) _______ ___, 
Subject: Re: DHS 
Hi Gene, 
I'm just following up. Several sources told me you're planning to leave DHS. One said you didn't agree with 
the nomination of White House aide Kirstjen Nielsen to become secretary and aimed to join the Justice 
Department under Sessions instead. 
Are you able to confirm or deny? I'm planning to run an item about it in tomorrow's Morning Shift. 
Best, 
Ted 
From: Ted Hesson i"'-(b.;..:)(6....:.) _______ _. 
Date: Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 5:04 PM 
To:' b)(B) 
~----------------------~ Subject: DHS 
Hi Gene, 
I'm a reporter with Politico. Do you have a moment to talk about your work at DHS? I heard you're moving to 
the Attorney General's office, but wanted to confirm and hear a little more. I'm at fbl/6\ I 
Best, 
Ted 
Ted Hesson 
Employment and Immigration Reporter 
POLITICO Pro 
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Subject: RE: CNNPolitics: First on CNN: Top Trump immigration staffer decamping DHS for DOJ 
Date: 2017/10/27 08:18:36 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Thanks for sending! 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Kopan, Tai ICb_)(_6) .... ________ ___. 
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 6:28 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene .... l(b_)(_6)_______ ~ 
Subject: Fwd: CNN Politics: First on CNN: Top Trump immigration staffer decamping OHS for DOJ 
http://www. cnn .com/2017 / 10/27 /politics/ a dm in istration-i mm igration-officia 1-joi n i ng-doj/i ndex. htm I 
First on CNN: Top Trump immigration staffer decamping OHS for DOJ 
By Tai Kopan, CNN 
One of the Trump administration's top immigration policy staffers is leaving the Department of 
Homeland Security to join the attorney general's office at the Department of Justice -- reuniting him 
with Jeff Sessions. 
Gene Hamilton, a senior counselor to the Homeland Security secretary since January and top 
immigration policy expert for the administration, confirmed the move to CNN. 
Hamilton's departure will be a blow to Homeland Security's policy shop, sources familiar with the 
situation said. The agency is tasked with managing the vast majority ofthe administration's immigration 
portfolio. 
But the move will reunite Hamilton, a former Sessions staffer, with the Cabinet's strongest immigration 
policy hardliner, an early supporter of President Donald Trump who has been a key proponent of his 
aggressive immigration agenda from his perch at DOJ. 
Hamilton was a general counsel for Sessions on Capitol Hill and will work directly with the attorney 
general in his new role. The switch is tentatively expected to begin next week, the sources said. 
Two sources familiar with his actions told CNN that Hamilton first announced the move October 13 in a 
staff meeting, but it took some time for it to be finalized. 
After more than a week of waiting, sources familiar with the situation said, it required intervention by 
the highest levels of OHS and DOJ to press the White House personnel office to approve the move. 
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The back and forth with the White House, now run by former DHS Secretary John Kelly as chief of staff, 
and the agencies came to a head this week. The White House resisted making the change before the 
new secretary was in place, in part over concern over how it would be perceived, if it could be taken as a 
reaction to the nomination of a new secretary, and by who would replace Hamilton. 
After the push back, the personnel office finally relented late Wednesday evening, shortly before 
Hamilton's previously scheduled farewell gathering. As an indicator of how both agencies were 
supportive of his move, dozens attended the gathering, including the acting secretary, who had sent out 
the invitation for it herself. 
DOJ declined to comment, saying it doesn't comment on personnel matters. The White House did not 
immediately respond to a request for comment. 
"Gene has been a highly valued member of the secretary's senior staff," DHS spokesman Tyler Houlton 
said in a statement. "His deep knowledge of the issues the department handles and his dedication to 
supporting the frontline law enforcement officers of DHS will be missed. We look forward to working 
closely with Gene in his new role at the Department of Justice." 
Other sources also lamented the departure as a blow to DHS. 
One of the sources, who is familiar with immigration issues, said the departure was a "big loss" for the 
agency. Hamilton was the key staffer liaising with the Hill and the White House on implementing the 
President's immigration agenda. 
"There is no one as steeped in these issues and who has been for such a long period of time," the source 
said. 
The move also came on the heels of the announcement of the nomination of Kelly's top staffer Kirstjen 
Nielsen to lead the department, but according to sources familiar, the departure was in the works 
before her announcement and was not driven by any animosity. 
"I look forward to watching the department continue to thrive and succeed from a different role," 
Hamilton said when reached for comment. "I wish everyone the best and it's been a privilege." 
While the move would take Hamilton out of the development of DHS immigration policies, where the 
secretary's office oversees components including Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs and 
Border Protection and US Citizenship and Immigration Services, DOJ under Sessions has been taking a 
stronger role in immigration policy during this administration. 
Sessions himself remains a thought leader in the administration on the tough immigration agenda of the 
President, and DOJ manages the nation's Immigration courts. 
Justice also is charged with representing the government in litigation -- which would include all the 
sanctuary cities litigation, DACA lawsuits and ongoing travel ban litigation. 
Karl de Vries 
Breaking News Editor I Breaking News Editor I CNNPolitics.com 
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Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2017 8:46:00 PM 
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Sir, 
I hate to be a bother, but it will be helpful to the team to have some additional identifying 
information (DOB, approximate age range, etc.) on this individual, if Secretary i<b)( 6) I 
has it. 
Your team will keep trying to find him, but it might prove difficult. 
Best, 
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Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
From: Hamilton, Gene 
Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2017 8:29:20 PM 
To: John Kelly 
Cc: Nielsen, Kirstjen 
Subject: RE: [~<b_)(6_) -----~ 
10-4. Will do, sir. 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000303 DHS-18-0616-E-000303
From: John Kelly 
Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2017 8:25:17 PM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
Cc: Nielsen, Kirstjen 
Subject: Fwd: ~fb_)< 6
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Gene 
Just got this froml(b)(5
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Thanks 
Kelly 
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Date: July 19, 2017 at 08:39:17 EDT 
To: ~b)(6) <¥ 
Subject: f._b_)(6_) ____ ____. 
Dear John, I enjoyed our meeting last week and I want to personally thank 
you for keeping our nation safe. I have received numerous messages about 
Kb)(6) !who is an expert in electronic warfare and is about to be 
deported to Australia. 
Apparently he has some visa problems. I suspect you have heard about this 
too, but in case you haven't I just wanted to bring the situation to your 
attention perhaps to be investigated by one of your team. Warm regards, !(b)(6) I 
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To: 
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Date: 2017/07/3114:38:18 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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1-(b_)(_B) ________ ......,IMallon, Emily l(b)(6) I Cissna, Tiffany 
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kb )(6) 
Senior Director 
Cabinet Affairs 
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-bmiltnn (:;pnp 1/h\/n\ 11/h\/R\ 11/h\/R\ I From: b)(6) 
To: 
Subject: FW: His speech 
Date: 2017/07/3114:37:47 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent: Monday, July 31, 2017 10:36 AM 
ToKb)(6) l(b)(6) l(b)(6) l(b)(6) I 
Taylor, Miles l(b)(6) I Wolf, Ch~a_d_ l(b_)(_6) _______ IK.r_ebs, Christopher 
(b)(6) I fb\/6\ !l(b)(6) I Hamilton, Gene 1-------------,,--' 
... <b_)(_6) _______ ~1 Lapan, David l(b)(6) I Cassidy, Ben 
1-(b_)(_6) ________ ..._,IMallon, Emily l(b)(6) I Cissna, Tiffany 
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Subject: His speech 
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2017/07/3114:37:46 
2017/07/3114:37:47 
Nielsen Kirsfen (b)(6) 
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Subject: RE: 
Date: 2017/07/24 17:44:30 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Thanks for the note. I'm actually clear for the next little bit, but I can't find your number. What's the best 
way to reach you? For your records in the future, I'm at j(b)(6) I 
Best, 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent: Monday, July 24, 2017 5:39 PM 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000311 DHS-18-0616-E-000311
To: Hamilton, Genel~(b_)(_6) ________ ____, 
Cc: l(b)(6) 
Subject: 
Gene -
I'm reaching out from the White House Chief of Staffs office with a quick question -- please give me a ring 
when you can. 
Thank you --
l(b)(6) 
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Hi everyone, 
We look foiward to seeing y'all later today.-b_)( 5_l _______________ ~ 
(b)(5) 
Thanks, 
Gene 
Gene P. Hamilton 
Senior Counselor to the Secretary 
U.S. Department of Homeland Security 
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Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2017 7:50:06 PM 
To: l(b){6) 
Dougherty, Michael; kb)(6) 
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All, 
Attached is the unclassified memo from the f~b-)(_ 5l __ ~ 
State has provided a copy of the draft report on JWICS. 
Thank you 
Director, Security Screening and Vetting 
National Security Council 
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From: Hamilton, Gene i(b)(6) lktil(!;ll IMfilJ 
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Subject: Time 
Date: 2017/01/22 17:30:25 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
Good afternoon, 
Stephen Miller asked me to schedule a time with Steve Bannon this evening to discuss 
some matters. What time might work with his schedule? 
Thank you, 
Gene 
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DHS-339-0019-v2-000317 DHS-18-0616-E-000317
From: Hamilton, Gene i(bl(6) 
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Subject: RE: AP Tweet (UNCLASSIFIED) 
Date: 2017/02/17 11:32:10 
Priority: Normal 
Type: Note 
"Very fake news." Just not from CNN this time. 
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Sent: Friday, February 17, 2017 11 :20 AM 
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Subject: RE: AP Tweet (UNCLASSIFIED) 
CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED 
We are pushing back hard here. 
~b)(6) 
Captain, U.S. Navy 
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From: Kb)(6) 
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Subject: RE: AP Tweet 
Adding DoD 
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Subject: RE: AP Tweet 
Adding OHS comms 
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Sent: Friday, February 17, 2017 10:28:13 AM 
To: Hamilton, Gene 
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Subject: Re: AP Tweet 
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On Feb 17, 2017, at 10:25 AM, Hamilton, Gene ..... !<b_)(6_) ______ __. 
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Subject: RE: AP Tweet 
It's what they call fake news 
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Sent: Friday, February 17, 2017 10:18 AM 
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IHe is added. 
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This accurate? 
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Sent: Friday, February 17, 2017 10:14 AM 
Subject: AP Tweet 
The Associated Press 
@AP 
BREAKING: Trump administration considers mobilizing as many as 100,000 National Guard 
troops to round up unauthorized immigrants. 
https://twitter.com/AP/status/832608704855937024 
CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED 
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