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Democrats Push DHS Funding Amid Bipartisan Skepticism

2/4/2026

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  • Top congressional Democrats present a revised list of demands to secure DHS funding.
  • Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasize commitment to DHS legislation.
  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune expresses skepticism that Democrats will negotiate in good faith, citing Jeffries' past rejection of a bipartisan deal with President Donald Trump.
  • Negotiations continue as Republicans worry Democrats may not prioritize a resolution, risking another government shutdown.