The U.S. Department of Homeland Security posted an image of John Gast's "American Progress" painting on X, captioned "A Heritage to be proud of, a Homeland worth Defending," according to its official account @DHSgov over the past hour from 1:16 AM to 2:16 AM UTC on December 22, 2025. The post features the 19th-century artwork symbolizing American expansion, shared during early morning hours on the federal agency's platform. No additional details or context accompanied the post, as confirmed directly from the linked X status.
