reconciliation bill

Congress approved a $70 billion funding package for the Department of Homeland Security over three years to support mass deportation efforts. The House passed the reconciliation bill 214 to 212, and the Senate approved it 52 to 47. Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Rep. Tim Walberg were notable dissenting Republicans.

The House advanced a nearly $70 billion budget reconciliation package to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol. The chamber approved a rule 213-211 to facilitate debate and a final vote on the GOP measure, though Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) briefly raised concerns.

Senate Republicans are preparing to advance a funding package for the Department of Homeland Security's immigration agencies. The bill is expected to move forward as soon as Wednesday following a lengthy delay.

Senate Republicans demand the Trump administration confirm the stalled $2 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund is dead before proceeding with a multibillion-dollar ICE funding package. The Department of Justice announced compliance with a court order against the fund, but Republicans argue this is insufficient, with some senators stating only the president can resolve the issue by eliminating the fund. Senate Republicans halted reconciliation efforts for the ICE and Border Patrol funding package amid internal disputes.

The Justice Department's commitment to following a temporary order blocking President Donald Trump’s 'anti-weaponization' fund is seen as a first step but not sufficient to secure Republican support for an immigration enforcement funding bill. GOP senators expressed skepticism, emphasizing the need for Trump to abandon the fund for the bill to pass.

The Senate missed a Monday deadline for an immigration funding bill, leading to a showdown over a controversial 'anti-weaponization' fund that caused negotiations to collapse over a week ago. The Senate plans to reconvene Monday evening to address the bill.

Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) expressed disappointment in the Senate for recessing without voting on a reconciliation bill to fund federal immigration agencies, joining House Republicans in criticizing the chamber's inaction. He called the decision 'stupid' and lamented the wasted time.

The U.S. Army's key initiatives depend on lawmakers' willingness to pass a new reconciliation bill in Congress. The outcome of this legislative effort will significantly impact the Army's ability to fund and implement its strategic priorities.

Senate Republicans have delayed a vote on a reconciliation bill due to opposition from party members regarding funding for the DOJ's new "anti-weaponization" fund and security funding related to the White House ballroom. The delay reflects internal disagreement within the GOP on spending priorities and the scope of DOJ initiatives.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is scheduled to meet with Senate Republicans today to discuss their reconciliation bill and address concerns about the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization" fund. The meeting reflects ongoing coordination between the executive and legislative branches as Republicans work to finalize key legislation.

President Trump has requested $1 billion in funding for White House ballroom security, which faces an uncertain fate as the Senate prepares to vote on a reconciliation package that may exclude this allocation. The legislative text for immigration enforcement agency funding has not yet been released, leaving the ballroom funding's inclusion still undetermined.

Senate Republicans are attempting to rework language for Secret Service funding after the Senate parliamentarian rejected a proposal that would have allocated $1 billion toward President Trump's East Wing ballroom renovation. Democrats have vowed to continue opposing any taxpayer-funded ballroom spending, while Republicans aim to pass the revised reconciliation bill before the Memorial Day recess.

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) passed a budget blueprint for a second reconciliation bill to fund immigration enforcement, quashing a rebellion over the farm bill. The 215-211-1 party-line vote brought Congress closer to ending the Department of Homeland Security's operations.

Lawmakers are navigating a critical week with two major legislative priorities: a second reconciliation bill and an extension of FISA's warrantless surveillance powers under Section 702, as they prepare for a recess. The focus is on passing these measures before leaving for a break.

The Senate is set to vote on a budget blueprint for a second reconciliation bill that includes funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) faces pressure to satisfy conservative factions within his caucus regarding the bill.