Summary
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer announced that Democrats will block the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill, increasing the risk of a government shutdown by January 31. The bill, which the House has passed, is opposed by Democrats due in part to recent incidents involving federal immigration officers and controversy over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) funding.
Key Facts
- Senate Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats will block DHS funding in the Senate.
- This blockage increases the chances of a government shutdown on January 31.
- The House passed the DHS funding bill with a 220-207 vote, including $10 billion for ICE.
- Recent shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis have heightened tensions.
- Polymarket showed a 75% chance of a government shutdown after news of the latest shooting.
- The latest incident involved federal agents shooting a man in Minneapolis during a DHS operation.
- Senate Democrats demand changes to DHS funding, citing concerns over ICE and recent incidents.
