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Republicans develop plans to end record-length DHS shutdown through new budget reconciliation bill.
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Republicans are moving to end a record-length Department of Homeland Security shutdown, with GOP lawmakers developing plans for a new budget reconciliation bill to resolve the impasse. The shutdown represents an extended disruption of DHS operations during a period when border security and homeland defense capabilities are central to the Trump administration's policy agenda. The effort reflects Republican attempts to break a deadlock that has stalled government funding and forced agencies to operate without appropriations. Trump addressed the Iran conflict in a Wednesday evening address as the shutdown dispute continues. The resolution of DHS funding will test Republicans' ability to unite around spending priorities while managing competing demands within the party.
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GOP lawmakers are developing a new budget reconciliation bill to resolve the DHS shutdown and restore agency funding.
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