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House Republicans undecided on DHS funding for Secret Service, TSA as pressure for action mounts

House Republicans undecided on DHS funding for Secret Service, TSA as pressure for action mounts

By David Morgan WASHINGTON, April 30 (Reuters) - With financing for the U.S. Secret Service and airport security about to run dry, Republicans who control the U.S.
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Trump signs bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending record shutdown

Trump signs bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending record shutdown

President Donald Trump has signed a bill funding much of the Department of Homeland Security and ending the longest agency shutdown in history
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US House approves outline for $70 billion more for immigration enforcement

US House approves outline for $70 billion more for immigration enforcement

By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, April 29 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a three-year budget plan that would pave the way for Congress to consider an additional $70 billion for immigration enforcement activities by federal agents.
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The Latest: Trump signs bill to end Homeland Security shutdown, averting more airport disruptions

The Latest: Trump signs bill to end Homeland Security shutdown, averting more airport disruptions

President Donald Trump has signed legislation funding much of the Department of Homeland Security, but not its immigration enforcement operations, ending the longest shutdown in the agency’s history
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House Approves Bill to Fund DHS, Ending 76-Day Shutdown

House Approves Bill to Fund DHS, Ending 76-Day Shutdown

The U.S. House of Representatives has unanimously approved a Senate-passed bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), effectively ending a 76-day partial government shutdown. The shutdown, the longest in U.S. history, had left many DHS agencies struggling to maintain operations. The bill's passage sends it to President Trump's desk for signing, which will officially conclude the shutdown. The impasse was primarily due to disagreements over funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol, key components of President Trump's immigration enforcement agenda. The resolution involves a two-track funding approach, with immediate reopening of DHS and separate funding for ICE and Border Patrol through budget reconciliation.
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House Approves Bill to Fund DHS, Ending Record Shutdown Amid Immigration Dispute

House Approves Bill to Fund DHS, Ending Record Shutdown Amid Immigration Dispute

The House has approved a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), ending the longest agency shutdown in history. The legislation, signed by President Trump, funds much of DHS but excludes immigration enforcement operations. The shutdown, which began after a dispute over immigration policies, had left DHS without routine funds since February 14, affecting workers across various agencies. The House's approval follows a Senate vote on a bipartisan package, which had been stalled due to disagreements over funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Border Patrol. The shutdown was exacerbated by fatal shootings during protests against immigration actions, leading Democrats to demand changes to ICE and Border Patrol operations. The resolution of the funding impasse allows for the continuation of essential DHS operations, though the debate over immigration enforcement funding remains unresolved.
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House Passes Budget Blueprint to Fund ICE Amid DHS Shutdown

House Passes Budget Blueprint to Fund ICE Amid DHS Shutdown

The U.S. House of Representatives has narrowly passed a budget blueprint to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), 74 days into the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown. The vote, which was held open for over five hours due to internal disputes, passed with a 215-211 margin. The blueprint aims to unlock over $70 billion in future funding for immigration enforcement. The passage of this measure comes as emergency funding measures for DHS are set to expire, with President Trump setting a June 1 deadline for Congress to finalize the reconciliation package.
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House Republicans Propose New DHS Funding Bill Amid Prolonged Government Shutdown

House Republicans Propose New DHS Funding Bill Amid Prolonged Government Shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson announced that House Republicans are preparing a new funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), as the government shutdown extends into its 73rd day. The shutdown, which began on February 14, marks the longest in U.S. history. Initially, Johnson had agreed to a Senate proposal to fully fund DHS, but disagreements over the bill's language have led the House to pursue its own version. The Senate's proposal, which passed last week, excluded funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) due to demands for reforms that Republicans found unacceptable. The House aims to use the Senate reconciliation process to bypass the filibuster and secure funding for these agencies. President Trump has previously used executive action to reallocate funds temporarily, but these measures are expected to be exhausted by May.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson Proposes New DHS Funding Bill Amid Shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson Proposes New DHS Funding Bill Amid Shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House of Representatives will propose a new version of a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), potentially extending the agency's shutdown. The current shutdown, which began on February 14, has left DHS without new federal funding. The proposed plan involves using reconciliation to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) without Democratic support, followed by a bipartisan bill to fund the rest of DHS. Johnson criticized the Senate's version of the bill, claiming it contains 'problematic language' that could 'orphan' immigration operations. The shutdown has become the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history, with significant impacts on DHS operations, including the Secret Service. President Trump has urged Republicans to support the reconciliation bill to bypass Democratic opposition.
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US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay

US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay

By David Morgan WASHINGTON, April 27 (Reuters) - Legislation to fund the U.S.
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House GOP Seeks Changes to DHS Funding Bill, Prolonging Shutdown

House GOP Seeks Changes to DHS Funding Bill, Prolonging Shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson is pushing for changes to a Senate-passed bill intended to end the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, which has been ongoing since mid-February. This move is expected to delay funding further, affecting paychecks for workers at agencies like the Transportation Security Administration and Federal Emergency Management Agency. The Senate had unanimously passed a bill to fund most of DHS, excluding Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol, due to disagreements on immigration enforcement. Johnson's reluctance to negotiate with Senate Democrats on the bill's changes has stalled its progress.
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US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom

US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom

By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, April 27 (Reuters) - Two days after a shooting at a dinner that President Donald Trump was attending, Republicans in the U.S. Congress were pushing for legislation to fund and speed construction of a White House ballroom, citing increased security concerns.