April 6, 2026

Republicans Push for ICE and Border Patrol Funding Bill

Republicans are preparing a budget reconciliation package to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) amid a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown.
President Donald Trump supports this legislative maneuver, urging Republicans to deliver the bill by June 1.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune emphasizes the need for a focused approach to ensure swift passage, warning against adding unrelated provisions.
Some Republicans are advocating for a second reconciliation package later this year to address additional priorities, including fraud and military readiness.