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Democrats Split Over DHS Funding Amid ICE Controversy

1/30/2026

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Democrats are divided over funding the Department of Homeland Security after two killings of unarmed citizens by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Some Democrats initially backed DHS funding, later expressing regret.
A YouGov poll shows support for abolishing ICE, backed by Democrats and independents.
As Congress faces a possible shutdown, Democrats are urged to reject DHS funding without reforms.
Activism influences stances and raises questions about government's future.

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Democrats are divided over funding the Department of Homeland Security after two killings of unarmed citizens by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Some Democrats initially backed DHS funding, later expressing regret.
A YouGov poll shows support for abolishing ICE, backed by Democrats and independents.
As Congress faces a possible shutdown, Democrats are urged to reject DHS funding without reforms.
Activism influences stances and raises questions about government's future.