House GOP advances $70 billion in ICE and CBP funding via reconciliation
House Republicans passed a narrow, party-line bill to advance up to $70 billion in funding for ICE and Border Patrol through budget reconciliation, overcoming internal divisions and Democratic opposition. The move aims to fulfill a campaign promise and meet a June 1 deadline set by former President Trump, while also enabling a deal to end a partial DHS shutdown. The process bypasses the Senate filibuster, but internal GOP disagreements and tight timelines have created challenges for broader legislative ambitions.
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House Republicans advanced a narrow party-line spending bill on Wednesday to fund border enforcement despite many Republicans hoping for broader measures that could boost their chances in the 2026 midterm elections. The bill passed the House, 215-211, with no Republicans joining almost every single Democrat in opposition, and Rep. Kevin Kiley (I-CA) voting “present.” GOP leadership held the vote open for over five hours, as they navigated demands from Republican hardliners and farm bill advocates.
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