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Sen. Katie Britt stated Republicans are prepared to pursue a third budget reconciliation package if Democrats block government funding, emphasizing the need to prioritize national security, border enforcement, and military priorities. She accused Democrats of obstruction and unwillingness to cooperate, linking their actions to opposition against President Trump. Republicans are considering multiple legislative options, including shutdown-related measures, to ensure government funding and safety.

President Donald Trump is urging Congress to pass a third budget reconciliation package that includes $350 billion in defense spending and the stalled Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act, but many Republicans are skeptical. Congressional Republicans remain divided over the proposal, citing concerns about circumventing normal appropriations processes and limited legislative time before the November midterms.

Sen. Josh Hawley criticized four Republican senators for voting against a motion to include the SAVE America Act in a $70 billion budget reconciliation package. Hawley expressed confusion over fellow Republicans opposing a voter ID law proposal.

Congress is addressing two legislative priorities: a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border security, and a long-term extension of the government’s warrantless spying powers under FISA.

The Senate passed a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement through 2029, despite opposition from some Republicans who wanted language to block the Trump administration's 'anti-weaponization' fund for MAGA allies. The bill passed with a 52-47 vote.

The Senate passed a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement through 2029. GOP members defected on amendments, including a protest vote against William Pulte's appointment to lead the U.S. agency.

The Senate passed a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement through 2029, despite opposition from some Republicans who wanted language to block the Trump administration's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund for MAGA allies. The legislation passed 52-47.

Republican and Democratic senators say Thursday’s vote-a-rama is prolonged because Sen. Bill Cassidy is working to block President Trump’s $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund. Cassidy is consulting with Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough to refine the language.

Four Senate Republicans joined Democrats to block another attempt to pass the SAVE America Act, a voter ID and election integrity bill linked to a budget reconciliation package for immigration funding. The legislation, supported by President Donald Trump, failed to secure the required 60 votes for the second time, with bipartisan opposition and internal GOP divisions preventing its adoption.

The Senate is set to begin a voting marathon on a budget reconciliation package aimed at funding immigration enforcement agencies. A party-line vote initiated debate, followed by a series of unlimited amendment votes before a final decision later in the week. Separately, Trump is promoting coal.

Republicans see a path forward for passing the budget reconciliation package funding immigration enforcement after the Trump administration withdrew its $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund proposal. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and GOP senators are involved.

Senate Republican sources indicate President Trump's agenda, including a budget reconciliation package for immigration enforcement funding through 2029, is at risk due to tensions with GOP senators. A recent meeting with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche saw tempers flare, exacerbating concerns about Trump's legislative prospects.

Senate Republicans have postponed voting on a $70 billion budget reconciliation package for immigration enforcement through 2029 due to internal disagreement over the Trump administration's proposal for an $1.8 billion compensation fund for MAGA allies. The disagreement has created significant division within the Republican conference.

Senate Republicans adopted a budget resolution during a late-night voting marathon, enabling Congress to vote on a budget reconciliation package aimed at funding immigration enforcement and reopening the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The resolution passed 50-48 shortly after 3:30 a.m.

Four Republican senators, including Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, and Thom..., voted against an amendment led by Sen. John Kennedy to include the Save America Act in a budget reconciliation package that could pass with a simple majority. The amendment aimed to direct the Senate Rules Committee to find a path for incorporating the act's core elements.