As the partial government shutdown affects the Department of Homeland Security, Democrats have submitted a counterproposal to Republicans and the White House, requesting reforms to agencies like ICE and funding for DHS. President Trump expressed willingness to negotiate but emphasized protecting law enforcement amid disputes over specific demands. The shutdown has left many DHS employees working without pay, while Congress prepares to reconvene if a deal develops. Tensions remain as Democrats push for significant reforms, citing recent deadly incidents involving federal agents.
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