Senate Requests $70,000,000,000 for ICE and CBP Activities Amid Ongoing Shutdown
With the partial government shutdown now surpassing 65 days, Senate Republicans are pushing forward with a significant reconciliation bill aimed at funding immigration enforcement. South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham is leading the charge alongside Senate Majority Leader John Thune, who has introduced a resolution calling for $70 billion in funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement […]
Trump urges support for a funding bill for ICE and CBP by June 1st
DHS Shutdown and GOP’s Funding Strategy The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been partially shut down for two months, prompting Senate Republicans to seek emergency funding for immigration enforcement without Democratic input. As the Senate reconvenes in Washington, D.C., on Monday, Republicans are pushing through plans to bypass Democratic efforts to halt funding for […]
We Demonstrated That People Believe Democrats Seek Changes to ICE and CBP
Schumer Critiques GOP Amid DHS Shutdown During a recent appearance on CNN’s “The Situation Room,” Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) expressed his frustration with Republicans regarding the ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown. He stated, “What we’ve shown the American people is that we want clear, common-sense reforms to ICE and its structure, […]
Senate agrees on funding plan for DHS, excluding ICE and CBP, during shutdown
Senate Reaches Agreement to End DHS Shutdown The Senate’s recent negotiations have brought Congress one step closer to resolving the ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, thanks to a last-minute deal that involves a temporary concession from Republicans, particularly Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat from New York. On Friday, the Senate unanimously […]
Ted Cruz Proposes Separating ICE and CBP Funding from the Department of Homeland Security
Proposed Changes to Immigration Funding by Sen. Ted Cruz Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has put forward a plan to separate funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) from that of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). He raised this idea during a recent meeting, suggesting that Democrats have, […]
Texas airspace limited after Pentagon allegedly downed CBP drone
FAA Flight Restrictions Near Fort Hancock After Drone Incident On Thursday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposed flight restrictions around Fort Hancock, Texas, following reports that a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) drone was shot down by a laser system operated by the Pentagon. While the FAA has not disclosed the drone’s ownership, Democratic […]
Detroit Police Sgt. Denise Wallet sues over suspension related to CBP contact
Detroit Police Sergeant Files Lawsuit After Suspension Detroit Police Sergeant Dennis Wallet has initiated a federal lawsuit against the city after being suspended for 30 days without pay. This suspension stems from claims that she contacted U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) during a routine traffic stop. Wallet argues that her suspension infringed upon her […]
Former Biden DHS Officials Linked to Border Issues Now Guiding CBP on Screening High-Risk Travelers
Jason Hauser, who previously served as chief of staff for ICE, and Troy Miller, former acting director of CBP, are now part of a team working on enhancements for the National Targeting Center established during the Trump administration. This collaboration has raised eyebrows among senior officials, especially considering their roles in shaping Biden-era policies that […]
Northern border facing a CBP staffing shortage, authorities identify as a ‘hotspot for illegal activities’
Staffing Issues at U.S. Northern Border Highlighted in Report WASHINGTON – A recent government report indicates that staffing shortages at the northern border are hampering efforts to monitor illegal crossings, raising concerns about the effectiveness of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The findings suggest that CBP has not met its staffing targets for the […]
Leftists Upset by Columbia University Advertising CBP Job Fair Event
Columbia University Withdraws Support for CBP Recruitment Event Columbia University has decided not to promote a recruitment event for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) after facing backlash from various groups. The event was initially included in a career expo organized in partnership with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs […]