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Cruz Proposes Separating ICE, CBP Funding Amid TSA Delays

3/22/2026

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Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) proposed separating ICE and CBP funding from the Department of Homeland Security to address airport chaos during a government shutdown.
Cruz blamed Democrats for refusing to fund the TSA, leading to long wait times and staff resignations.
Sen. Thom Tillis and Sen. John Kennedy, both Republicans, expressed openness to this approach.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune preferred a comprehensive deal with Democrats.

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Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) proposed separating ICE and CBP funding from the Department of Homeland Security to address airport chaos during a government shutdown.
Cruz blamed Democrats for refusing to fund the TSA, leading to long wait times and staff resignations.
Sen. Thom Tillis and Sen. John Kennedy, both Republicans, expressed openness to this approach.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune preferred a comprehensive deal with Democrats.