Homeland Security officials voice concerns about looming shutdown

Homeland Security officials are expressing concerns about a looming funding lapse for the Department of Homeland Security. The department's full-year funding has been approved by Congress, but only a short-term patch is in place until Friday. Potential consequences include disruptions to reimbursements for disaster relief costs, delays in cybersecurity response and training, and missed paychecks for airport security agents, which could lead to unscheduled absences and longer wait times for travelers. The White House is having constructive talks with lawmakers from both parties on the issue of immigration enforcement operations, but finding agreement will be challenging. President Donald Trump wants the government to remain open and for Homeland Security services to be funded. A shutdown would have significant impacts on national security and public safety.

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