DHS shutdown: TSA, Coast Guard, FEMA, and others impacted by deadlock
Partial Government Shutdown Looms After Senate Vote On Thursday afternoon, the possibility of a partial government shutdown became more likely after Senate Democrats turned down a Republican plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This shutdown, however, won’t mirror the lengthy 43-day halt that severely impacted Congress last year or the brief four-day […]
Restricting DHS Funding Has ‘Minimal’ Effect on ICE, CBP
Sen. Welch on DHS Funding and ICE Operations During a segment on “CNN News Central” Thursday, Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vermont) expressed that blocking funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) would do “very little” to restrict the operations of ICE and CBP. He commented on the courage of Minneapolis residents who recorded videos of […]
DHS apprehends illegal migrant with a criminal record who is shielded by sanctuary rules in Oregon
DHS Arrests Undocumented Immigrant on Serious Charges in Oregon The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has apprehended an undocumented immigrant in Oregon, facing charges that include rape, sexual abuse, and prostitution involving a minor. This arrest came after he had been released on bail due to the sanctuary policy in Marion County. Manuel Cruz-Ramirez, originally […]
Kristi Noem cautions that a DHS shutdown jeopardizes airports and national security
Concerns Over DHS Funding and Its Implications Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, expressed worries on Thursday about the potential fallout from underfunding the department. She indicated that this could severely impact airport security, disaster response, and counterterrorism efforts, while also heightening partisan tensions in Congress regarding immigration policy. Noem pointed out that Senate […]
‘The Karen Wing Of The Democratic Party Is In Charge’: John Kennedy Reveals Scheme That Could Halt DHS Payments
Sen. Kennedy Highlights Potential DHS Salary Freeze Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana voiced concerns on Thursday about what he described as a political maneuver that could potentially freeze salaries for employees at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). While delivering remarks on the Senate floor, he dismissed allegations that lawmakers were approaching the budget discussions […]
DHS criticizes Cardi B for urging the crowd to ‘jump’ them if they show up
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has taken action against Cardi B after a video surfaced where she humorously suggested she would confront U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents if they attended one of her concerts. During the opening night of her “Little Miss Drama Tour” in Palm Desert, California, the artist addressed the […]
DHS shutdown at the end of Friday seems certain as Thune acknowledges both sides are ‘not close’ to an agreement.
Government Shutdown Looms as Negotiations Stall WASHINGTON — Here we go again. The federal government is gearing up for yet another potential shutdown. Just a few months after the last one, the Department of Homeland Security is bracing for significant disruption. On Thursday, the Senate voted against a resolution designed to keep the agency funded […]
Schumer and Democrats halt DHS funding bill as talks remain stalled
Senate Faces Funding Dilemmas for DHS Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer from New York has blocked an attempt by Senate Republicans to secure funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by year-end, which has sparked concerns about a potential government shutdown. The Senate attempted to pass an initial funding bill for DHS on Thursday […]
IRS disclosed tax information about almost 50,000 individuals to DHS officials, suggesting a possible breach of legal safeguards, according to a report.
Recent court documents reveal that the IRS disclosed private taxpayer information, pertaining to around 50,000 individuals, to officials at the DHS. This action was purportedly taken in connection with the Trump administration’s extensive deportation campaign, which raises questions about legal compliance. In a court filing made public on Wednesday, the Internal Revenue Service acknowledged that […]
House Republicans split over funding plans for DHS with shutdown looming
A partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) appears imminent unless the Senate votes on a short-term funding extension by Thursday. However, avoiding a DHS shutdown requires a similar bill to pass in the House. The success of this depends on Speaker Mike Johnson’s ability (R-Louisiana) to navigate a House Republican conference […]