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Senator Gallego Pushes for Separate DHS Funding Amid ICE Discontent

2/6/2026

Summary

Story summary

Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego proposed that Congress could fund parts of the Department of Homeland Security separately while negotiations on immigration enforcement reforms continue.
He criticized Republicans for not recognizing public dissatisfaction with ICE's actions.
An Ipsos poll found 58% of respondents believe ICE enforcement has gone too far.
Senate Democrats are divided on ICE reform, with some seeking pressure on Republicans and others calling for abolition.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson, abolished national origin quotas that had favored Northern and Western Europeans since the 1920s. This landmark legislation led to a more diverse U.S. population, with over 20 million immigrants arriving by 2015. Today, ongoing debates about immigration enforcement reflect the historical tensions surrounding U.S. immigration policy.

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Story summary

Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego proposed that Congress could fund parts of the Department of Homeland Security separately while negotiations on immigration enforcement reforms continue.
He criticized Republicans for not recognizing public dissatisfaction with ICE's actions.
An Ipsos poll found 58% of respondents believe ICE enforcement has gone too far.
Senate Democrats are divided on ICE reform, with some seeking pressure on Republicans and others calling for abolition.

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