Washington: Senate Republicans stall ICE funding bill
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Senate Republicans left Washington for recess without passing a major immigration enforcement funding bill after objecting to a nearly $1.8 billion Department of Justice account they fear could benefit allies of President Donald Trump. The so‑called anti‑weaponization fund, criticized by Democrats as a slush fund, was the focus of a tense Thursday morning meeting with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, formerly Trump’s personal attorney. Following the meeting, GOP senators postponed a long‑planned vote on a package exceeding $70 billion for immigration enforcement, plus $1 billion for White House and Trump ballroom security upgrades, undermining Trump’s June 1 legislative deadline in a key midterm year.
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Timeline
- Jan 6, 2021 Rioters attack United States Capitol
- Earlier this year DOJ fund proposal unveiled
- Recent weeks Senators negotiate large enforcement package
- Thursday Morning Blanche meets with GOP senators
- Thursday GOP emerges dissatisfied with DOJ explanations
- Thursday Afternoon Senate Republicans leave Washington recess
- By June 1 Trump’s stated deadline likely missed
- This midterm year Trump agenda faces uncertainty
Why it matters
This stalled bill impacts your tax dollars. It's about $70 billion for immigration enforcement and $1 billion for White House security. It's also about how your government works. If you're concerned, contact your local senator. Ask where they stand on this issue.
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