On June 3, 2026, the Senate voted 53-46 to begin consideration of a funding package for immigration enforcement agencies. This decision follows weeks of delays attributed to Republican opposition to the White House's proposed $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund. The Senate will engage in hours of debate and conduct a series of unlimited amendment votes before a final vote on the bill later this week.
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Senate Begins Debate on Immigration Enforcement Funding Bill
The Senate has voted to start debating a funding package for immigration enforcement agencies, with a vote of 53-46. This follows delays due to Republican opposition to a proposed $1.8 billion fund from the White House.
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