GOP Senate Cracks Emerge in DHS Shutdown Battle
March 23, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via The Hill

Cracks appear in the GOP Senate ranks as the DHS shutdown fight intensifies, with Democrats holding firm against funding tied to robust immigration enforcement. The standoff, triggered by Dem demands post-Alex Pretti shooting, leaves 100,000+ frontline workers unpaid and airports in disarray from TSA shortages. Republicans, led by figures like Steve Scalise, plan new House votes on full DHS funding, citing urgent needs amid the Iran war and FBI terror warnings. Read more about this...