Summary
Senate Democrats want federal agents to make changes, such as wearing body cameras and not wearing masks. They also seek stricter rules for patrols and warrants. They might block a funding bill to avoid a partial government shutdown unless Republicans agree to these changes.
Key Facts
- Senate Democrats demand that federal agents wear body cameras and not wear masks.
- They want to stop roving patrols and enforce stricter rules on using warrants.
- Democrats threaten to block a government funding bill if Republicans do not agree to these changes.
- The Senate is set to vote on the funding package, which needs six Democratic votes to pass.
- Republicans suggest making some changes through executive action, but Democrats do not trust this approach.
- Democrats need changes at ICE to be included in the DHS spending bill for it to pass.
- Some Republicans argue that threats to federal agents justify the need for masks.
