Partial federal shutdown seems increasingly likely as Democrats demand major changes to ICE

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by By MARY CLARE JALONICK and KEVIN FREKINGJanuary 28, 2026 at 07:53 PM

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A partial federal shutdown appears increasingly likely as Democratic senators demand significant changes to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). With a crucial vote on spending legislation approaching on Thursday, Democrats are considering blocking the bill, which funds the Department of Homeland Security and other government agencies. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer stated that Democrats are seeking changes to ICE and U.S. Border Patrol in response to recent deaths involving federal agents in Minneapolis. Potential demands include requiring agents to have warrants and identify themselves before making immigration arrests. Senate Majority Leader John Thune is awaiting specific demands from the Democratic caucus. The outcome of the Thursday vote will determine whether a partial government shutdown will occur.

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Senate ×260% Minneapolis 60% U.S. Border Patrol 65% Washington, D.C. ×370% John Thune ×270% Department of Homeland Security 75% United States 80% Chuck Schumer ×390% U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement ×395%

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ice 90% federal shutdown 90% immigration and customs enforcement 80% democratic demands 70% spending legislation 60% chuck schumer 50% government agencies 50% u.s. border patrol 40%