The House will vote on Thursday to fund the Department of Homeland Security, amid pressure from Republicans to end the partial government shutdown exacerbated by increased tensions in Iran. Democrats are demanding immigration enforcement reforms following recent fatal shootings by federal agents, leading to a standoff. Funding for DHS lapsed on February 14, with both parties still negotiating terms. House Democratic leaders criticize the GOP’s approach, linking military actions abroad to domestic funding issues.
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