Republicans push $70B for immigration enforcement through US Senate, with no limits on ICE

The U.S. Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement package with a 52-47 vote, advancing Republican efforts to fund immigration and deportation activities without new restrictions on federal agents. The measure bypasses annual funding negotiations, drawing criticism from some Republicans and Democrats, including Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, who argued it weakens legislative oversight and prioritizes deportations over addressing economic issues.