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Senate Democrats Block DHS Funding, Shutdown Enters Second Week

2/25/2026

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Senate Democrats blocked a spending bill to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, extending the shutdown into its second week after a 50-to-45 vote.
They demanded immigration enforcement curbs that Republicans rejected.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the White House for failing to negotiate and ignoring demands for oversight of immigration agents.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Republicans are eager to reach an agreement; bipartisan talks remain stalled.

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Senate Democrats blocked a spending bill to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, extending the shutdown into its second week after a 50-to-45 vote.
They demanded immigration enforcement curbs that Republicans rejected.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the White House for failing to negotiate and ignoring demands for oversight of immigration agents.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Republicans are eager to reach an agreement; bipartisan talks remain stalled.