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Why Congress is at an impasse over DHS funding and other critical bills

Why Congress is at an impasse over DHS funding and other critical bills

Summary

House Republicans are having trouble agreeing on four important bills, including extending U.S. surveillance programs, reopening the Department of Homeland Security, and passing farm policy. These disagreements make it hard for Congress to move forward on these critical issues.

Key Facts

  • House Republicans face internal disagreements over four major bills.
  • One bill seeks to extend U.S. surveillance powers.
  • Another bill aims to end the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
  • A separate bill involves key policies related to farming.
  • These disagreements are slowing down progress in Congress.
  • The division is within the Republican party itself.
  • The situation is creating a legislative deadlock.
  • Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reported on the issue.
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