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House Dems Vote Against DHS Funding Amid Shutdown

3/27/2026

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House Democrats voted to continue the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown and oppose funding despite disruptions.
The House passed the funding measure 218-206, with four Democrats voting in support.
The standoff since February 14 has caused a shortage of Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents and longer wait times.
The Senate remains divided as Republicans press Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) funding and Democrats seek ICE reforms for fair enforcement.

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House Democrats voted to continue the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown and oppose funding despite disruptions.
The House passed the funding measure 218-206, with four Democrats voting in support.
The standoff since February 14 has caused a shortage of Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents and longer wait times.
The Senate remains divided as Republicans press Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) funding and Democrats seek ICE reforms for fair enforcement.