House conservatives fume over Trump-Schumer deal on DHS funding

February 4, 2026, 12:48 PM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — House conservatives express concerns over President Donald Trump’s deal with Senate Democrats on government funding, particularly regarding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

## Key Facts:
– The compromise funds 97% of the federal government through Sept. 30 but only keeps DHS running until Feb. 13.
– Senate Democrats rejected an initial plan that would fund DHS through FY 2026 in exchange for added ICE regulations.
– Speaker Mike Johnson expressed frustration but urged Republicans to support Trump’s decisions.

## Key Facts:
– House Republicans voiced frustrations over losing leverage in negotiations with Democrats.
– Some Republicans trust Trump but are pessimistic about reaching a plan all GOP members can support.

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