House moves to finish government funding as Democrats decry Homeland Security bill

Associated Press (AP)EN 4 min read 100% complete by By KEVIN FREKING and LISA MASCAROJanuary 22, 2026 at 02:53 PM

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The House of Representatives is aiming to pass the remaining four spending bills, including the Department of Homeland Security bill, to finalize government funding before a January 30th deadline and avoid a partial government shutdown. However, House Democrats, led by Representatives Hakeem Jeffries, Katherine Clark, and Pete Aguilar, are opposing the Homeland Security bill. They believe it inadequately addresses President Trump's immigration policies and express concerns about ICE actions, particularly in the Minneapolis area following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer. Despite their opposition, Democrats have limited options to influence the bill's passage, as a continuing resolution would cede spending decisions. If passed by the House, the bills will move to the Senate for consideration.

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Minneapolis 40% Hakeem Jeffries 50% Pete Aguilar 50% Katherine Clark 50% Washington, D.C. ×260% Donald Trump 60% U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement 60% Rosa DeLauro ×260% House of Representatives ×470% Democratic Party ×370% Mike Johnson ×480% Department of Homeland Security ×380%

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