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Jeffries Opposes DHS Funding, Risks Government Shutdown

2/4/2026

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says a Department of Homeland Security continuing resolution is off the table.
This follows the House's passage of a short-term funding measure through February 13.
Jeffries will meet Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to discuss immigration priorities.
His opposition risks a partial government shutdown when current funding expires.
Having voted against the stopgap, he urged unity and DHS reforms before funding.

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says a Department of Homeland Security continuing resolution is off the table.
This follows the House's passage of a short-term funding measure through February 13.
Jeffries will meet Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to discuss immigration priorities.
His opposition risks a partial government shutdown when current funding expires.
Having voted against the stopgap, he urged unity and DHS reforms before funding.