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House Passes DHS Funding, Senate Blocks Amid Shutdown

3/9/2026

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House Approves DHS Funding

The House approved a DHS funding bill by 221-209.
Senate Democrats blocked the measure, prolonging the government shutdown.
GOP leaders say funding DHS is urgent amid heightened security threats from Iran.
Democrats demand reforms for immigration enforcement, including body cameras for agents, after fatal shootings by federal agents.
Shutdown workers miss paychecks, raising morale concerns.

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DHS Funding Crisis

The Department of Homeland Security funding shutdown has caused airport delays and long lines for travelers as Congress remains unable to fund the department.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents are working without pay, lowering morale and contributing to staffing shortages at security checkpoints.
Airports such as Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport are advising passengers to arrive hours early for longer security wait times.

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House Approves DHS Funding

The House approved a DHS funding bill by 221-209.
Senate Democrats blocked the measure, prolonging the government shutdown.
GOP leaders say funding DHS is urgent amid heightened security threats from Iran.
Democrats demand reforms for immigration enforcement, including body cameras for agents, after fatal shootings by federal agents.
Shutdown workers miss paychecks, raising morale concerns.

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