Summary
The U.S. Senate has voted to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to end airport disruptions caused by a government shutdown. The funding excludes Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) due to disagreements over immigration reforms. The measure now heads to the House of Representatives for approval.
Key Facts
- The Senate voted to fund the DHS to address airport disruptions from a 40-day government shutdown.
- The funding excludes ICE due to disagreements over immigration policy.
- Airport delays occurred because many Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers were not being paid.
- About 50,000 TSA agents have worked without pay since mid-February, leading to staff shortages.
- President Trump announced plans to pay TSA agents through an executive order.
- The funding measure now requires approval from the House of Representatives.
- Democrats pushed for reforms in ICE operations, including limitations on their authority.
- There was notable disruption and long wait times reported at U.S. airports, with significant delays in Houston.
