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Thune steamrolls Dems' DHS revolt as Fetterman defects, Schumer under pressure

Senate Republicans are pushing forward with a large funding package that includes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) despite Democratic opposition. The White House has rejected calls from Democrats to decouple DHS funding from the overall package, increasing the risk of a government shutdown as Senate Democrats threaten to block the bill unless their demands are met.

Thune steamrolls Dems' DHS revolt as Fetterman defects, Schumer under pressure

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Key Highlights

  • Senate Republicans are advancing a six-bill funding package to keep the government open.
  • The package includes funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
  • Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, are demanding that DHS funding be decoupled from the larger package.
  • The White House is insisting on passing the funding in one big package.
  • The standoff raises the likelihood of a partial government shutdown.
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Sources

  1. Thune steamrolls Dems' DHS revolt as Fetterman defects, Schumer under pressure
  2. White House not budging on Democrats' demands as DHS funding mutiny threatens government shutdown

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