Summary
The Senate approved funding to support the majority of Homeland Security operations, including the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), but not for immigration enforcement. This decision aims to reduce disruptions caused by the government shutdown. The House of Representatives will review this deal next.
Key Facts
- The Senate voted to provide funds to Homeland Security for most of its divisions.
- The funding will help TSA agents get paid during the government shutdown.
- Immigration enforcement, including ICE, remains unfunded in this deal.
- The decision aims to ease travel issues and financial problems caused by the shutdown.
- The vote in the Senate was unanimous, meaning everyone agreed.
- The House will consider this funding plan soon to decide if it will pass.
