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DeLauro Backs DHS Funding Amid Immigration Negotiations

2/7/2026

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Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee, supported funding non-immigration-related agencies under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) amid ongoing immigration enforcement negotiations.
DeLauro highlighted the need to fund agencies like TSA and FEMA to prevent disruptions.
A funding package for DHS passed with support from 21 Democrats and Republicans, despite opposition from some Democrats.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the Trump administration's immigration policies and called for reforms at DHS.
DeLauro stated that backing the funding bill would enhance leverage for future negotiations on community protections.

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Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee, supported funding non-immigration-related agencies under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) amid ongoing immigration enforcement negotiations.
DeLauro highlighted the need to fund agencies like TSA and FEMA to prevent disruptions.
A funding package for DHS passed with support from 21 Democrats and Republicans, despite opposition from some Democrats.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the Trump administration's immigration policies and called for reforms at DHS.
DeLauro stated that backing the funding bill would enhance leverage for future negotiations on community protections.