Senate advances ICE funding plan

In a pivotal 50-48 vote, the U.S. Senate has approved a budget resolution that paves the way for a massive funding increase for immigration enforcement agencies.

The plan aims to end a two-month government shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security that has paralyzed federal border operations.

Republicans utilized the budget reconciliation process to advance the measure, which excludes Democratic proposals for permanent residency pathways or agent conduct guardrails.

This legislative maneuver sets the stage for a final House vote next month, potentially securing funding through the remainder of the current administration's term.