Here's what's in the potential Senate proposal to end the DHS shutdown

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March 24, 2026
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Senate leaders negotiating bipartisan deal to end partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown affecting federal operations.

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer are negotiating a deal to end the partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown. The shutdown has affected federal operations and employee paychecks, creating pressure on both parties to reach agreement quickly. A bipartisan proposal could restore funding to DHS and allow the government to resume normal operations, though specific terms of any potential deal have not been detailed in available reporting. The negotiations signal movement toward resolving the standoff after days of impasse between Republican and Democratic leadership.

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer are negotiating a compromise proposal to restore DHS funding.

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