Homeland Security spending bill
Coverage of Homeland Security spending bill in the Nexus archive.
- House Republicans seek to block new TSA fee for those without REAL ID
House Republicans are blocking the TSA's new $45 ConfirmID fee for travelers without REAL ID or accepted identification through their fiscal 2027 Homeland Security spending bill. The bill prohibits the fee, citing lack of statutory authority and higher costs compared to the previous free system, while also proposing funding cuts and increased use of private security partnerships.
- Tensions linger between Republicans and White House over the ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Republicans and the White House remain at odds over a $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund, with Senate Republicans refusing to pass a Homeland Security spending bill without limits on the fund. President Trump has shown little interest in negotiating parameters, despite a judge halting payouts and GOP senators warning the fund could complicate their agenda and midterm elections.
- Tensions linger between Republicans and White House over the 'anti-weaponization' fund
A standoff remains between the White House and Senate Republicans over the 'anti-weaponization' fund, which could compensate Trump allies, including potential Jan. 6 attackers. Senate Republicans demand limits on the fund before passing the Homeland Security spending bill, while Trump shows little interest in cooperation, escalating tensions with GOP lawmakers.