Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

New DHS Restrictions Fuel Tensions with Congress Over Immigration

6/20/2025

41 9

Summary

Story summary

Tensions rise as the Department of Homeland Security imposes new restrictions on Congress members visiting immigration facilities, mandating 72 hours' notice and 24 hours for staff. A spokeswoman emphasized that a week's notice is preferable to respect presidential authority, intensifying the friction between federal immigration officials and Democratic lawmakers.

1 of 1

Story summary

Tensions rise as the Department of Homeland Security imposes new restrictions on Congress members visiting immigration facilities, mandating 72 hours' notice and 24 hours for staff. A spokeswoman emphasized that a week's notice is preferable to respect presidential authority, intensifying the friction between federal immigration officials and Democratic lawmakers.