DHS shutdown sparks immigration showdown in Washington
A high-stakes political battle has pushed the Department of Homeland Security into a partial shutdown. Democrats blocked the latest funding bill, demanding reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, while Republicans accuse them of risking national security.
What does this mean for ICE operations, border enforcement and everyday security agencies like TSA and FEMA? While immigration enforcement continues with previously approved funds, thousands of DHS personnel could face disruption and unpaid work.
This is more than a routine budget dispute. It is a strategic power struggle over immigration policy, accountability and political leverage in Washington. As the standoff deepens, the real question remains: who will blink first?
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