Summary
President Donald Trump announced he will sign an order to pay Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employees who missed pay during a partial government shutdown. This order comes as Congress remains deadlocked over DHS funding, with House Republicans rejecting a Senate-passed bill to reopen most of the department.
Key Facts
- President Trump plans to sign an order to pay DHS workers who have not been paid during the shutdown.
- The government shutdown has lasted for 48 days, affecting DHS employee paychecks.
- Trump praised Republican leaders and blamed Democrats for the funding issue.
- Most DHS employees have continued working without pay during the funding lapse.
- A similar order ensured TSA workers were paid previously to reduce airport delays.
- Congress remains divided, with the House rejecting a Senate bill that excludes ICE and Border Patrol funds.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson initially opposed the Senate bill but later supported reconsidering it.
- Republican leaders propose a two-step funding strategy for DHS, beginning with the Senate's measure.
