Senate Passes ICE and Border Patrol Funding Bill

Senate Passes ICE and Border Patrol Funding Bill

Source: Fox News

Summary

The Senate passed a bill to fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) with a 52-47 vote, mostly along party lines. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the bill, saying it prioritizes President Trump’s interests over working families. The bill includes a $1.776 billion fund to address claims of weaponization and lawfare. The package now needs to clear the House of Representatives before heading to President Trump.


Our Reading

As expected, the matter has reached another stage.

The Senate voted, and the bill passed. Schumer criticized the bill, saying it prioritizes Trump’s interests. The bill includes a fund to address claims of weaponization and lawfare. The package now needs to clear the House. The familiar ritual of criticizing the opposing party’s priorities continues.


Author: Evan Null