A mini government shutdown has begun — affecting only the Department of Homeland Security. DHS funding has stopped following failed efforts by Congress and the White House to reach an agreement. During the shutdown, immigration enforcement operations will continue because a bill passed last year gave ICE about 75 billion dollars. But other agencies in […]
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The latest government shutdown only affects Dept of Homeland Security
A mini government shutdown has begun — affecting only the Department of Homeland Security. DHS funding has stopped following failed efforts by Congress and the White House to reach an agreement. During the shutdown, immigration enforcement operations will continue because a bill passed last year gave ICE about 75 billion dollars. But other agencies in the department will feel the impact — including the Transportation Security Administration, FEMA, the Secret Service and the Coast Guard.