Congressional Republicans are pushing to end the nearly two-month Department of Homeland Security shutdown by advancing a partisan funding bill for ICE and Border Patrol.
Leaders aim for a 'skinny' bill through budget reconciliation, bypassing Democrats, but internal GOP disputes threaten to add unrelated spending and slow progress.
The shutdown has caused operational backlogs, unpaid bills, and security concerns, with officials warning of mounting impacts on critical infrastructure and upcoming events.
How has the massive 2025 funding law affected DHS's ability to operate during the current shutdown?
Beyond paychecks, how has the shutdown directly impacted border protection and criminal investigations?
What procedural rule could block voter ID laws from being added to the final DHS funding bill?
What are the long-term consequences for security agencies that face repeated and prolonged funding crises?
Why is a narrowly focused 'skinny' bill seen as the fastest path to ending the government shutdown?
What specific accountability reforms are being demanded for federal immigration officers?