Senate fails to advance spending package after Democrats refuse to back DHS funding

A Senate vote to advance a spending package and avert a partial government shutdown failed after Democrats refused to support funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) without reforms to federal agents' conduct. Democrats are seeking changes to immigration enforcement following the death of a US citizen in Minneapolis, including a code of conduct for agents and independent investigations of violations. Republicans declined to separate the DHS bill, leading to the failed vote. The current spending authorizations for many government departments expire after Friday, guaranteeing at least a partial shutdown. Negotiations are ongoing for a deal that could pass most funding bills and a short-term measure covering the DHS, allowing more time for talks on immigration enforcement.