Summary
Lawmakers in the U.S. are trying to agree on a $1.2 trillion funding package to prevent the government from shutting down at the end of January 2026. The budget proposal includes funds for several departments, but some areas, such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and military pay, are points of debate. If Congress does not pass the bill by January 30, the federal government could shut down again on January 31.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government faces a potential shutdown if a funding bill isn't passed by January 30, 2026.
- The proposed budget is $1.2 trillion and covers various federal departments.
- The Department of Defense is set to receive $838.7 billion, with part of it for a 3.8% pay raise for military personnel.
- ICE is allocated $10 billion, despite some opposition to its funding levels.
- The bill includes measures to reduce ICE's detention capacity and increase oversight.
- Funding is also directed at health care research, affordable housing, and transportation infrastructure.
- If no agreement is reached, essential services like TSA, military, and immigration enforcement continue, but many others shut down.
