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Senate Democrats Propose Cost Cuts Amid Immigration Funding Bill

4/23/2026

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On April 22, 2026, Senate Democrats proposed amendments to cut costs during a vote on a Republican immigration funding bill that would fund ICE at $140 billion.
The bill would end a two-month government shutdown tied to reforms in ICE practices.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune defended the funding as essential for law enforcement.
Senator Amy Klobuchar proposed reallocating the funds to hire police officers and expand healthcare.

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Story summary

On April 22, 2026, Senate Democrats proposed amendments to cut costs during a vote on a Republican immigration funding bill that would fund ICE at $140 billion.
The bill would end a two-month government shutdown tied to reforms in ICE practices.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune defended the funding as essential for law enforcement.
Senator Amy Klobuchar proposed reallocating the funds to hire police officers and expand healthcare.