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House Passes Controversial DHS Bill, Sparks California Divide

1/24/2026

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The House passed the DHS funding bill, deepening the split between California Republicans and Democrats.
All 43 California Democrats opposed the bill, citing ICE actions and calling for reforms.
Rep. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) criticized the bill for enabling lawlessness and called for accountability after a shooting by ICE agents.
The bill now goes to the Senate, where its fate remains uncertain amid ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and funding.

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Story summary

The House passed the DHS funding bill, deepening the split between California Republicans and Democrats.
All 43 California Democrats opposed the bill, citing ICE actions and calling for reforms.
Rep. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) criticized the bill for enabling lawlessness and called for accountability after a shooting by ICE agents.
The bill now goes to the Senate, where its fate remains uncertain amid ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and funding.