25/01/2026
Senate Democrats threaten to block DHS funding after Minneapolis shooting by federal agents
Democrats said they may withhold votes from a major funding package unless Homeland Security funding is changed, citing demands for accountability after a fatal Minneapolis shooting during federal enforcement activity.
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Senate Democrats signaled they could block a government funding package if it includes money for the Department of Homeland Security, escalating a standoff that could complicate efforts to avoid a shutdown.
The dispute intensified after a fatal shooting in Minneapolis involving federal agents, which triggered protests and renewed calls for stricter rules and oversight for federal immigration enforcement.
Democrats pressing for changes have argued the bill must contain stronger accountability provisions, while Republican leaders have urged passage to avert a lapse in funding.