White House urges Congress to fund DHS after Trump assassination attempt

10 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Apr 27

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt called the situation a "national emergency" as the DHS shutdown surpasses 70 days, warning the agency will run out of salary funds by early May.
Republican leaders are pushing hesitant lawmakers to support a Senate budget plan, citing security needs for upcoming events like the World Cup and 2028 Olympics, while Democrats seek more immigration enforcement guardrails.
The Secret Service response to the Washington Hilton shooting was praised, but security protocols remain under scrutiny as officials investigate how the gunman breached event security.

How did a known threat, whose family alerted police, bypass security at a major presidential event?

Beyond funding, what specific protocol changes are being implemented to protect the President?

After multiple threats, should officials reconsider leaders gathering together at large public events?

What long-term solutions can ensure national security funding is insulated from political disputes?

Will the partial DHS shutdown compromise security for the upcoming FIFA World Cup and America 250 events?

How can agencies prevent security breaches when assailants exploit vulnerabilities from inside event venues?