House approves budget plan to finance ICE and CBP through reconciliation
House Approves Immigration Enforcement Budget Amidst Democratic Opposition The House has passed a budget aimed at funding immigration enforcement for the remainder of President Donald Trump’s term, despite strong opposition from Democrats. The vote, which took place on Wednesday, concluded with a tally of 215-211, aligning mostly along party lines and marking a crucial step […]
Unauthorized Somali Pirate Captured by CBP
CBP Arrests Somali National with Piracy Background U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has apprehended a Somali national known for a history of piracy, based on documents obtained recently. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the arrest of Syed Jamaah Ahmad, who was wanted on outstanding warrants for allegedly using and forging passports. This […]
Two Republican senators team up with Democrats to halt funding for ICE and CBP
Senate Advances Republican Immigration Funding Bill Throughout the night, the Senate pushed forward a Republican budget resolution, earmarking $70 billion for immigration enforcement. This move aims to resolve the Democratic-led shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). From Wednesday afternoon until the early hours of Thursday, senators cast votes on various amendments, which were […]
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 […]