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WATCH: Democrats rally at Capitol against GOP's immigration enforcement funding bill

WATCH: Democrats rally at Capitol against GOP's immigration enforcement funding bill

Summary

House and Senate Democrats protested at the Capitol against a Republican bill to fund immigration enforcement. They criticized the bill for dropping a proposed $1 billion security fund for the White House and President Donald Trump’s ballroom and called for focusing on affordable living for Americans.

Key Facts

  • Democrats gathered at the Capitol steps to oppose the GOP immigration funding bill.
  • The White House had proposed $1 billion for security at the White House and President Trump’s ballroom.
  • Republicans decided not to include this $1 billion security funding in their bill.
  • Democrats say Congress should prioritize affordable living for everyday people.
  • Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer accused Republicans of supporting President Trump over Americans.
  • House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries called for immigration enforcement to be fair, just, and humane.
  • The protest included speeches highlighting differences between Democrats and Republicans on immigration and spending.
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