We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown

CBS News
March 25, 2026
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Congress is working to resolve an ongoing DHS shutdown that is restricting border security and immigration enforcement operations.

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DHS shutdown delays may affect passport processing, travel document renewals, and border crossing wait times for U.S. citizens and travelers.

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CBS News surveyed every lawmaker in Congress about their efforts to resolve the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, which continues to paralyze the agency. President Trump and congressional leaders are reportedly moving toward a potential deal, though no agreement has been finalized as of reporting. The DHS shutdown has left the department's operations severely restricted, affecting border security, immigration enforcement, and other critical homeland security functions. The survey captures the range of legislative approaches being pursued to end the impasse. Lawmakers have faced mounting pressure from constituents and federal agencies as the shutdown's duration extends.

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President Trump and congressional leaders are reportedly moving toward a potential deal to end the shutdown, though no agreement has been finalized as of reporting.

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