the secretary of homeland security heads the department of homeland security. they work to prevent terrorist attacks within the united states, reduce america's vulnerability to terrorism, and minimize the damage and recover from events that do occur. dick durbin has a strong stance on foreign policy, and that same stance can easily be used for dhs. our country is our number one priority when it comes down to it. we need the best people to do their very best job, and Dick durbin can be that person.