A New Social Media Leader Raises Questions at Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security has added a new social media manager from the Labor Department, sparking debate after his earlier posts raised concerns about extremist language. Peyton Rollins, 21, took on the role of digital communications director at DHS this month. His work in the Labor Department focused on reshaping that agency’s online presence, but critics say his content leaned heavily toward nationalist slogans. Inside the Labor Department, colleagues reported that after Rollins assumed control, regular staff members were sidelined and rarely contributed to posts. Instead, he uploaded most of the material himself, some of which is now displayed on his personal website.The new DHS accounts have begun using imagery and captions that echo far‑right rhetoric, such as “Restore American Greatness” and references to a “globalist status quo. ” A photo of the former president with fighter jets was paired with the phrase “One of one. ” The agency’s spokesperson said no personnel changes were pending, yet Rollins’ appointment appears on the official staff directory. The Labor Department declined to comment further on internal matters.