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Senate Stalemate: DHS Funding Bill Fails Amid Opposition

3/21/2026

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A bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security failed in the Senate amid Democratic opposition.
U.S. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer plans to propose a separate measure to fund the Transportation Security Administration amid rising airport screening times.
U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) calls for changes to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, including warrants for home entries.
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune warns that the impasse could keep senators in session.

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A bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security failed in the Senate amid Democratic opposition.
U.S. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer plans to propose a separate measure to fund the Transportation Security Administration amid rising airport screening times.
U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) calls for changes to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, including warrants for home entries.
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune warns that the impasse could keep senators in session.