Summary
Seven House Democrats voted to support funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during a committee meeting about a Department of Homeland Security budget plan. This vote went against the views of some other Democrats who were opposed to funding ICE. The vote took place with one Republican, Rep. Thomas Massie, voting against the funding.
Key Facts
- Seven House Democrats voted for ICE funding.
- The vote occurred during a Homeland Security spending bill discussion.
- The Democrats who voted for it are from New York, Texas, North Carolina, Maine, and Washington.
- Rep. Thomas Massie from Kentucky was the only Republican to vote against the funding.
- Some Democrats were strongly against increasing funds for ICE.
- Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas mentioned being ready to oppose the funding by possibly shutting down the process.
