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politics1 day ago

Democrats’ Catch-22: funding ICE to constrain it in a high-stakes funding fight

Democrats say they want to rein in ICE but can only do so by passing a fiscal 2026 Homeland Security funding bill, a process that hinges on Republican support and could hinge on new guardrails such as body cameras, stricter training, and limits on money shifting. With a Jan. 30 shutdown deadline looming, lawmakers from the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and the Progressive Caucus demand meaningful reforms, while some Republicans hint at concessions. The result is a delicate, high-stakes negotiation where funding the agency is seen as the mechanism to impose accountability, risking a stopgap or government shutdown if no deal is reached.

via Politico|
#congressional-funding#homeland-security#ice
politics5 months ago

Senate Debates Funding Strategies Amid Shutdown Tensions

Senate leaders are considering a 'minibus' funding package that combines three appropriations bills to avoid a government shutdown, with negotiations ongoing and some objections from senators like John Kennedy over funding for Congress. Meanwhile, Democrats are actively campaigning against Republican policies, and various nominations and political conflicts are unfolding across the government. The situation remains fluid as lawmakers aim to pass necessary funding before the September deadline.

via Politico|
#bipartisan-negotiations#congressional-funding#government-shutdown
politics1 year ago

"Congress Urged to Fund Installation of Border Fentanyl Scanners to Combat Smuggling"

Sen. Jon Tester is urging Congress to allocate funds for the installation of fentanyl scanning equipment at the southern border, which currently remains unused due to lack of funding. Tester blames Republicans for blocking bipartisan border security legislation that would have provided the necessary funds. Customs and Border Protection states that the majority of seized fentanyl comes through legal ports of entry, and acting CBP Commissioner Troy Miller emphasizes the need for funding to install the scanners, aiming to increase the scanning of personal vehicles from less than 5% to 40% by the end of 2025. Congressional Republicans have also raised concerns about the effectiveness of fentanyl scanners at the border, prompting a review by the Government Accountability Office.

via NBC News|
#border-security#congressional-funding#customs-and-border-protection
international-relations2 years ago

"Pentagon Unable to Provide Maintenance for US Weapons in Ukraine, Ukrainian Soldiers Running Out of Ammunition"

The Pentagon has stated that US weapons in Ukraine are in need of maintenance, but the US cannot provide the necessary support due to Congress withholding extra funding for Ukraine. This lack of aid has led to a reduction in Ukraine's war effort, with dwindling supplies and shrinking ammunition stocks. The Pentagon is urging Congress to approve supplemental funding to enable the US to continue supporting Ukraine's military capabilities. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has warned that without Western support, Ukraine will be vulnerable to Russian aggression.

via Business Insider|
#congressional-funding#international-relations#military-aid
international-relations2 years ago

US Faces Financial Crisis and Urgent Deadline to Aid Ukraine

The Biden administration has warned Congress of the urgent need to approve tens of billions of dollars in military and economic assistance to Ukraine, stating that without it, Ukraine's war effort against Russia's invasion may come to a halt. The Office of Management and Budget Director, Shalanda Young, emphasized that the US will run out of funding to send weapons and assistance to Ukraine by the end of the year, potentially crippling Ukraine on the battlefield. The Biden administration has requested a $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and other needs, but it has faced skepticism and demands for policy changes from Republicans. Congress has already allocated $111 billion to assist Ukraine, but most of it has been depleted. The Biden administration has slowed the pace of military assistance to Ukraine in recent weeks to stretch supplies until more funding is approved.

via Yahoo News|
#biden-administration#congressional-funding#international-relations
international-relations2 years ago

Zelenskyy's Optimistic War Progress Report Eases Republican Opposition

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Washington to seek support for Ukraine's war effort against Russian forces. While facing questions about American funding, Zelenskyy assured lawmakers that Ukraine has a solid war plan and is winning. President Joe Biden expressed concern over opposition to continued funding from some congressional Republicans aligned with Donald Trump. Zelenskyy's visit comes as Biden's request for an additional $24 billion for Ukraine's military and humanitarian needs hangs in the balance. The administration announced $325 million in assistance, including air defense and artillery ammunition. Zelenskyy's meeting with lawmakers was generally positive, with discussions on Ukraine's counteroffensive and the challenges of overcoming entrenched defenses. The visit comes as cracks emerge in Western support for Ukraine, and Zelenskyy's progress in reclaiming territory before winter could be critical.

via The Associated Press|
#congressional-funding#international-relations#russian-forces