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News in English (USA) / 17.04.2026 / 05:00

Ongoing DHS Shutdown and Republican Strategies for Immigration Funding

As the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown enters its 60th day, Senate Republicans are actively working to align their immigration funding plans with House GOP priorities. Despite growing concerns over backlogs and operational issues within DHS, party divisions persist, with some lawmakers pushing for a straightforward funding bill while others advocate for broader immigration enforcement measures. The situation is complicated by ongoing negotiations, as President Trump and Senate GOP leaders discuss tactics to fast-track a spending bill, yet partisan tensions remain high. Democrats are preparing for a possible payback as Republicans attempt to sidestep the traditional appropriations process. Congressional leaders are under pressure to finalize a budget resolution for immigration funds, while Speaker Johnson promises swift action on funding proposals for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). As the deadline looms, all eyes are on Congress to resolve the impasse and end the shutdown.
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