NewsletterCyber BulletinDHS Tried Novel Argument to Compel Meta to Provide User DataThe agency ultimately withdrew its demand. FacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftExpandKristi Noem, secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security.Photographer: Valerie Plesch/BloombergFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftGift this articleContact us:Provide news feedback or report an errorConfidential tip?Send a tip to our reportersSite feedback:Take our SurveyNew WindowFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftBy Margi MurphyJanuary 28, 2026 at 6:33 PM UTCBookmarkSaveLock This article is for subscribers only.