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DHS Shutdown: Immigration Talks Stall, Agencies Affected

2/17/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security shut down amid White House–Democrats negotiations on immigration enforcement and is expected to last at least 10 days.
The shutdown affects several federal agencies, but Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) remain funded.
Democrats demand reforms, including judicial warrants for arrests and agent identification.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Congress could return early if a deal is reached.

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Story summary

The Department of Homeland Security shut down amid White House–Democrats negotiations on immigration enforcement and is expected to last at least 10 days.
The shutdown affects several federal agencies, but Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) remain funded.
Democrats demand reforms, including judicial warrants for arrests and agent identification.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Congress could return early if a deal is reached.