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House Republicans have rejected a Senate-passed bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security, leaving thousands of TSA workers unpaid and deepening a political standoff. Meanwhile, in Iran, citizens face escalating conflict amidst fear, an internet blackout, and growing internal divisions, though glimmers of hope persist.
The House is set to vote on a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill after the Senate passed it. The deal focuses on less controversial agencies like FEMA and the Coast Guard, excluding ICE and Border Patrol funding. Procedural hurdles in the House are the main obstacle, with lawmakers hoping to pass the bill before a recess.
The U.S. Senate has passed a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security, excluding additional funds for ICE. This agreement aims to end disruptions caused by a funding lapse, particularly affecting TSA workers who faced unpaid days. The bill now heads to the House for a crucial vote before a congressional recess.
The Senate has unanimously passed a partial funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, aiming to end the ongoing government shutdown. The bill, which heads to the House next, would fund most of DHS but excludes ICE and some Border Patrol operations. This move comes as federal workers, particularly TSA agents, face severe financial hardship.
TSA lines at major airports are improving as federal employees work without pay due to the government shutdown. Thousands of TSA workers have called out sick or quit, causing significant delays. Lawmakers are currently negotiating a funding bill to resolve the crisis.
