Shutdown stalemate over ICE threatens service members, FEMA, TSA

January 30, 2026, 4:05 PM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — Democrats threaten DHS funding shutdown, potentially impacting airlines, military, and more.

Key Facts:

  • Democrats walk away from bipartisan deal, risking shutdown on Feb. 1.
  • Defense bill failure could affect service members’ pay.
  • TSA employees could face paycheck delays like in past shutdown.
  • Potential impact on Medicaid, Medicare services if HHS bill is not funded.
  • Senate remains divided over DHS portion of spending package.
  • Democrats demand changes to ICE policies following recent fatal shooting.

    DHS Agents in Charlotte, N.C.
    Caption: DHS Agents in Charlotte, N.C., on a mission. (Ryan Murphy/Getty Images)

    Conclusion:

    Senate Republicans working through internal issues to avoid shutdown, aiming to finalize package and send to House. Rep. DesJarlais urges Democrats to seek policy changes without risking government shutdown.

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