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DHS shutdown imminent after Senate Democrats block Homeland Security bill
Senate Democrats demand immigration enforcement reforms before approving full DHS funding, blocking a bill that failed 52-47 and risking a shutdown affecting thousands of federal workers.
- On Thursday, Feb. 12, the Senate failed to advance a DHS funding bill, losing 52-47 and funding expires Friday at midnight, risking a shutdown.
- Schumer and other Democrats said they will not approve funding unless ICE is reformed after the Jan. 24 shooting of Alex Pretti, demanding judicial warrants, visible ID, body cameras, and enforcement limits.
- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., was the only Democrat to vote with Republicans, while Democrats objected on the Senate floor and negotiations may continue over the weekend.
- Federal agencies including the Transportation Security Administration, U.S. Coast Guard and Federal Emergency Management Agency could see reduced services and unpaid workers, and with Congress scheduled recess next week, a shutdown could last at least a week.
- The White House sent its most recent offer late Wednesday, but talks remain stalled and lawmakers in both chambers were on notice to return if a deal is struck.
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US Homeland Security shutdown nears as Congress stalls on immigration reforms
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security is set to lapse as lawmakers remain deadlocked over restrictions on immigration enforcement, likely triggering a partial shutdown that could disrupt TSA and FEMA operations.
Democrats have refused to vote in favour of the Department's financing project for the fiscal year of 2026 until the Republicans accept reforms to strengthen control over the ICE
DHS Funding Lapse: What It Means for TSA and Border Security
After the Senate failed to reach a deal on DHS funding, staff across its agencies will be forced to work without receiving regular paycheques. The most immediate consequence of the funding lapse will affect the Transportation Security Administration and Customs and Border Protection, meaning travellers will certainly feel the impact. DHS has previously shut down, leading to increased staff absences. With limited staff members, queues at airport …
US Homeland Security shutdown: Which agencies, services will be affected? Who works without pay? — Explained
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown will be imposed as lawmakers debate new restrictions on US President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement agenda. Here's an explainer on what to expect from the DHS shutdown.
Amid fight over ICE limits, Homeland Security shutdown to start this weekend
By MEG KINNARD, The Associated PressAnother shutdown for parts of the federal government is expected this weekend as lawmakers debate new restrictions on President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agenda.
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