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Urgent Immigration Funding Package Moves Forward Ahead of Deadline

KTSM••Sudiksha Kochi and The Hill
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As the June 1 deadline approaches, both the House and Senate are working swiftly to finalize a funding package for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol. This effort is being expedited through a partisan reconciliation process, enabling Republicans to avoid the Senate filibuster. The urgency of this legislation is critical as lawmakers prepare to leave for a scheduled recess at the end of the week, highlighting the importance of immigration funding in current political discussions.

Key Details: • June 1 is the deadline for finalizing the funding package. • Lawmakers are expected to leave for recess at the end of this week. • The reconciliation process allows bypassing the Senate filibuster.

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