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DHS Shutdown Hits 50 Days as Funding Debate Intensifies

4/6/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security shutdown has become the longest in U.S. history, now over 50 days.
U.S. President Donald Trump orders a two-step funding plan to fund DHS while separating ICE and CBP funding for a future reconciliation bill.
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces backlash from conservatives demanding immediate ICE and CBP funding before the Senate's bill.
The House will not reconvene until April 14, prolonging the shutdown.

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Story summary

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown has become the longest in U.S. history, now over 50 days.
U.S. President Donald Trump orders a two-step funding plan to fund DHS while separating ICE and CBP funding for a future reconciliation bill.
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces backlash from conservatives demanding immediate ICE and CBP funding before the Senate's bill.
The House will not reconvene until April 14, prolonging the shutdown.