Source: Fox News
Summary
Sen. Ted Cruz is calling for Republicans to provide Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) with enough funding to last a decade, without the support of a single Democrat. He believes this can be done through a process called “reconciliation” that would allow Republicans to get around a filibuster. Cruz argues that Democrats will never again vote to fund ICE, and that Republicans can advance funding without meeting the Democrats’ demands. The plan would cost roughly $100 billion and would be consistent with the mandate Republicans received in the 2024 elections.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Ted Cruz is calling for a decade-long funding for ICE, without Democratic support. He believes this can be done through reconciliation. The plan would cost $100 billion. Cruz argues that Democrats will never again vote to fund ICE. The House advanced its own package, extending DHS funding at current levels for two months. Cruz’s plan is seen as a way to secure the border and continue Trump’s immigration enforcement goals.
The sequence of events feels like a familiar dance, with each side playing their expected role.
Author: Evan Null
