Summary
Senate Democrats are considering a government shutdown to force changes to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding. A group of Democrats wants to ensure DHS reforms, like requiring arrest warrants, but not all party members agree on this approach. The deadline for government funding is this Friday, making the decision urgent.
Key Facts
- Senate Democrats are debating over DHS funding and possible government shutdown.
- A specific group of about 10 Democrats is pushing for DHS reforms.
- Reforms include requiring federal agents to have warrants and to identify themselves.
- Some Democrats want DHS to cooperate with local investigations in Minnesota shootings.
- The government funding deadline is set for this Friday, adding pressure.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats won't support the current DHS funding bill.
- Sen. Patty Murray initially opposed opposing the funding package but changed her stance recently.
- This internal debate among Democrats resembles last year's government shutdown issues.
