Lawmakers Barred From ICE Detention Center Visits Amid DHS Funding Lapse
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) had a funding gap, preventing lawmakers from making unannounced visits to ICE detention centers. Legal issues arose because a rule guaranteeing congressional access to these facilities expired with the funding. The lapse happened amid disagreements over immigration enforcement and DHS funding.Key Facts
- A DHS funding gap stopped Congress members from making surprise visits to ICE facilities.
- This situation came to light in a Washington, D.C., court case involving Congressman Joe Neguse.
- U.S. District Judge Jia M. Cobb had earlier blocked a DHS rule requiring advance notice for visits.
- The funding lapse followed failed negotiations over new immigration enforcement limits.
- DHS Secretary Kristi Noem reinstated an advance-notice policy with separate funding, but the court found this difficult to enforce.
- Over 90% of DHS employees will continue to work without pay during the funding lapse.
- The lapse affects key DHS agencies like TSA, the Coast Guard, and FEMA.
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