Rep. Ro Khanna Opposes Federal Government Reopening Over ICE Funding

Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., urged House Democrats to oppose a measure to reopen parts of the federal government, arguing it would continue funding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which he claims is harmful to American citizens. The government shutdown, affecting several agencies, was initiated after President Trump and Senate Democrats reached a temporary funding deal for most agencies except for the Department of Homeland Security. Khanna suggested separating ICE funding from other government expenses, emphasizing the need for accountability following the recent release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed confidence that Republicans would support the Senate-passed bill upon their return to Washington.

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