Thune Stalls DHS Funding Bill Again, Sending Congress Home
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has once again stalled the Department of Homeland Security funding bill, delaying the vote until after the upcoming recess. This decision comes as the Senate was expected to vote on the Secure America Act, which aims to fund immigration enforcement agencies. The delay has raised concerns among GOP members, particularly regarding President Trump's demands and the implications for party unity.
- ▪The DHS immigration funding bill has been stalled again, missing a key deadline set by President Trump.
- ▪Thune canceled the vote after party disagreements, particularly over Trump's demands for additional funding.
- ▪Both the Senate and House will begin a weeklong recess and are not expected to return until June 1.
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