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Government Shutdown Sparks Political Turmoil Over DHS Funding

2/23/2026

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A partial government shutdown began on February 14 as lawmakers seek DHS funding.
Republicans seek a deal after U.S. President Donald Trump’s State of the Union, while Democrats press for ICE reforms.
DHS suspended the Global Entry program.
TSA PreCheck operations were halted initially and then continued.
Critics allege the shutdown is used as a political tool, complicating negotiations.

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Story summary

A partial government shutdown began on February 14 as lawmakers seek DHS funding.
Republicans seek a deal after U.S. President Donald Trump’s State of the Union, while Democrats press for ICE reforms.
DHS suspended the Global Entry program.
TSA PreCheck operations were halted initially and then continued.
Critics allege the shutdown is used as a political tool, complicating negotiations.