Senate begins voting on funding immigration enforcement after Trump settlement fund is dropped
· KRGV (NBC 5)
The Senate, led by Republicans, is advancing a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies after dropping a controversial settlement fund linked to former President Trump. The Senate voted 53-46 to begin debate on the bill, which aims to support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Border Patrol. Despite some Republican concerns, Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed optimism about securing enough votes. The legislation faced delays due to disputes over funding for White House security and the settlement fund, which Democrats want permanently banned. The Senate is expected to start voting on amendments soon.
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