Republicans take another crack at Homeland Security funding, citing Iran war

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By KEVIN FREKINGMarch 5, 2026 at 08:23 AM

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Republicans in Congress are attempting to pass a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), citing the ongoing war in Iran as justification. The House previously approved a DHS spending bill in January, but it failed in the Senate due to Democratic opposition regarding immigration enforcement changes following a Minneapolis shooting. As a result, DHS funding lapsed on February 14, 2026. Republicans are now urging Democrats to reconsider their position, arguing that the conflict in Iran necessitates the bill's passage. Both the House and Senate are expected to hold votes on the matter.

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Minneapolis 30% Alex Pretti 40% Washington, D.C. ×350% Mike Johnson 60% Lindsey Graham 60% Kristi Noem 60% Senate ×270% House ×270% Chuck Schumer 70% Iran ×280% Department of Homeland Security ×490%

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homeland security funding 90% iran war 80% republicans 70% democrats 70% immigration enforcement 60% senate 50% terrorist attacks 50% house 40%

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