The House narrowly passed a bill on Tuesday directing roughly $70 billion to the Department of Homeland Security for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol, funding the agencies through the end of President Trump's term. The measure passed 214-212, marking the end of a 115-day standoff over immigration policy after Democrats refused to back more funding following the shooting of two protesters in Minneapolis.
Republicans used reconciliation to bypass Democrats, who sought reforms like requiring judicial warrants and banning officers from wearing masks. The funding, covering three years with few stipulations, gives ICE more than three times its last annual budget. Critics warn it limits congressional oversight, while supporters say it ensures stable funding. The bill now heads to the president's desk.