Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Misleading and Political DHS Communications

June 09, 2026 Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Misleading and Political DHS Communications Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security’s Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability Subcommittee, announced the introduction of the Department of Homeland Security Communications, Accuracy, Neutrality, Disclosure, Oversight, and Review (DHS CANDOR) Act . This legislation would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to create a Department-wide policy for public-facing communications and annual training for all Department personnel on the acceptable uses of personal and official social media accounts. "Under the failed leadership of Kristi Noem and Markwayne Mullin, the Department of Homeland Security is constantly posting inflammatory rhetoric that appeals to the ‘Great Replacement Theory’ of replacing white, native-born populations with non-white immigrants,” said Congressman Thanedar. “My bill brings commonsense changes to how DHS operates its social media, to include personal and official accounts, by requiring mandatory media trainings and oversight by the DHS Office of Inspector General (OIG). It is time that Congress brings an end to this unacceptable behavior." The full text of the bill can be viewed here. Congressman Shri Thanedar proudly represents Michigan's 13th Congressional District, which includes Detroit, Downriver, and the Grosse Pointes. As a champion for working families, Shri is committed to advancing economic opportunities, education, healthcare access, and entrepreneurship for underserved communities. Drawing from his journey from poverty to success, he works tirelessly to uplift Metro Detroit, ensuring every resident has the resources and support they need to thrive. ### Print Email Share Tweet