Dems Block DHS Funding After Mar-a-Lago Shooting

Clear Facts

• Senate Democrats blocked Republicans’ full-year DHS funding bill for second time.
• Partial shutdown enters 12th day, affecting only DHS operations.
• Negotiations stalled between White House and Democrats.
• CBP suspends Global Entry and congressional escorts at airports.
• FEMA halts public disaster assistance and non-emergency activities.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune forced the vote upon return from break. Democrats rejected it on party lines ahead of Trump’s address.

Schumer demands ICE reforms including masks, warrants, and state oversight. Shutdown impacts border security and emergency response.

“So far they have not budged on the key issues, like masks, like warrants, like oversight from state authorities,” Schumer said.

“It depends what he says. So far we’ve heard crickets from them. Nothing. They’re not negotiating. They’re just trying to pass paper back and forth with no real changes.”

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem enacted emergency measures amid lapsed funding. Republicans urge Democrats to prioritize national security over political demands.

A source says Democrats held out for State of the Union. Compromise remains elusive as threats loom.

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