Federal agents shoot two people in Minneapolis law enforcement incident
Federal agents shot two people in Minneapolis during law enforcement operations.
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US Senate Immigration Enforcement Bill
Republican-led Senate votes on legislation to fund ICE and Border Patrol operations, with debates over funding allocation and settlement provisions.
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2026-08-16 to 2026-11-13 · UTC publication dates
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Federal agents shoot two people in Minneapolis in January
Federal agents fatally shot two individuals identified as Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis in January. These shootings prompted Democrats to demand policy changes and reforms to federal immigration enforcement agencies, blocking funding for ICE and Border Patrol until January.
ICE and Border Patrol funding lapsed without agreement on enforcement reforms
Funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol lapsed in mid-February without bipartisan agreement on policy changes to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement tactics. After President Trump agreed to separate the Homeland Security funding bill, negotiations over enforcement reforms went nowhere, leaving these agencies without regular funding for several months.
Senate defeats amendment to redirect settlement payments to injured Capitol Police
Republican Senator Bill Cassidy proposed an amendment that would redirect payments from the $1.776 billion settlement fund to law enforcement officers injured during the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack. The amendment was defeated, with Cassidy ultimately voting against his own proposal. The fund could have potentially provided payments to Trump supporters who participated in the Capitol attack.
Settlement fund remains in immigration bill without restrictions
The Senate rejected multiple amendments that would have banned or restricted a $1.776 billion settlement fund related to Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over tax return leaks. The fund, which Democrats and some Republicans characterized as an "anti-weaponization" slush fund, was preserved in the final bill without new guardrails despite bipartisan concerns about potential payments to Trump allies and January 6 participants.
Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill
The U.S. Senate voted 52-47 to pass legislation funding Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol for three years through the end of President Trump's term. The vote occurred early Friday morning after weeks of delays. Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski was the only Republican to vote against the bill, joining all Democrats in opposition. The legislation includes $38.6 billion for ICE, $22.6 billion for Border Patrol, $5 billion for the Department of Homeland Security, and $108.5 million for child exploitation investigations.
Acting Attorney General indicates settlement fund will not move forward
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified before Congress that the administration is not moving forward with the $1.776 billion settlement fund. However, President Trump later indicated uncertainty about the fund's status, saying he did not know whether it was dead or on hold and that he would need to consult with lawyers.
Congress funds remaining Homeland Security Department in April
Congress funded the remainder of the Department of Homeland Security at the end of April with Democratic support, but specifically excluded regular funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol, which remained unfunded pending separate legislation.
Senate Republicans use budget reconciliation process to pass immigration bill without Democratic votes
Republicans employed the budget reconciliation procedure to advance the immigration enforcement funding bill, which allows passage without requiring any Democratic support. However, Republicans must secure a simple majority of 50 votes in the 53-47 Senate while managing numerous anticipated amendments.
Trump administration drops $1.776 billion settlement fund for political allies
The Trump administration withdrew a proposed $1.776 billion settlement fund for political allies that was included in the immigration enforcement bill. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed the fund would not proceed, following significant Republican opposition.
Settlement fund origins linked to Trump's IRS tax return leak lawsuit
The $1.776 billion settlement fund that was dropped was part of a settlement resolving President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS concerning the unauthorized leak of his tax returns. Senator Thom Tillis indicated he may offer an amendment to block any future attempt to resurrect the fund.
Democrats plan amendments to codify settlement fund ban into law
Senate Democrats, led by Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, plan to introduce amendments during the amendment voting process to formally codify the discontinuation of the $1.776 billion settlement fund into law. Democrats expressed concern that the administration may reverse its decision without legal restrictions.
Senate begins voting on $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill
The Republican-led Senate commenced voting on Wednesday on legislation to fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Border Patrol with approximately $70 billion in funding. The bill was streamlined to its original form after weeks of delays.
White House security funding removed from immigration enforcement bill
Approximately $1 billion in security funding for the White House, including funding for Trump's new ballroom project, was stripped from the immigration enforcement legislation. Democrats and some Republicans opposed the use of taxpayer money for the project during a period of economic hardship for voters.
Federal judge sets Friday hearing on White House ballroom construction legality
A federal judge scheduled a hearing for Friday regarding the legality of construction on the White House ballroom project. The judge had previously ruled in March that construction could not continue unless Congress approved the project through appropriations, prompting the Trump administration's initial attempt to secure funding through the immigration spending bill.
Trump-backed candidate loses Iowa gubernatorial primary
Zach Lahn defeated Trump-backed candidate Rep. Randy Feenstra in an Iowa gubernatorial primary. Feenstra was the first Trump-endorsed candidate to lose a primary for governor, House, or Senate in the 2026 election cycle. NBC News analysis attributed the upset to weakness in Feenstra's home district.
Trump administration abandons $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced that the Trump administration would no longer pursue a proposed $1.8 billion fund that had been intended to compensate individuals who claimed they were unfairly targeted by the government. The announcement came after Senate Republicans strongly resisted including the fund in legislation, with some senators warning it would be politically damaging in upcoming elections.
Senate Republicans remove Trump White House ballroom funding from spending bill
Senate Republicans removed approximately $1 billion in proposed taxpayer funding for a ballroom renovation project at the White House from the immigration spending bill. The removal occurred after the Senate parliamentarian ruled the funding provision could not remain in the bill under budget reconciliation rules, and after multiple Republican senators expressed opposition to the unpopular expenditure.
Trump nominated Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence
President Trump named Bill Pulte, his housing regulator and director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting Director of National Intelligence. Pulte will oversee all 18 U.S. spy agencies while remaining in his housing finance position. He can serve as acting DNI for 210 days without Senate confirmation, though his appointment faced criticism from intelligence professionals and Democratic senators for his lack of national security, military, diplomatic, or law enforcement experience.
Trump reportedly considers military action against Cuba
According to sources familiar with White House discussions in May, the Trump administration shifted from viewing military action against Cuba as unlikely to placing it on the table as a genuine possibility. The change in approach followed unsuccessful attempts to pressure Cuba through sanctions enforcement and oil blockades, and reflected reassessment after military efforts in Venezuela and Iran did not proceed as initially expected.
Senate Republicans advance immigration bill funding DHS through 2029
Senate Republicans moved forward with a roughly $70 billion measure to fund federal immigration agencies and the Department of Homeland Security through 2029. The bill, known as the SECURE America Act, centers on appropriations for ICE and Border Patrol after Democrats had blocked funding for these agencies in earlier government funding legislation to protest the Trump administration's deportation agenda.
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Senate passed immigration bill with settlement fund included, but administration signals it won't be implemented.
Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill without Democratic support
Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill via reconciliation without Democratic support.
Administration drops controversial settlement fund for political allies
Administration scraps $1.8 billion settlement fund; Democrats move to ban future ones legislatively.
House approves Iran war resolution despite Republican leadership opposition
House passes Iran war resolution against Republican leadership objections.
Trump nominates Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence
Trump nominates Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence.
Trump explores military options regarding Cuba amid policy debates
Trump reportedly considers military action against Cuba amid ongoing policy discussions.
Senate removes controversial provisions from immigration enforcement bill
Senate strips controversial funding provisions from immigration enforcement bill.