Shutdown Talks Intensify As White House, Senate Race Deadline

Talks to prevent a federal government shutdown intensified Thursday as the White House and Senate leaders worked to resolve final disputes ahead of a Friday funding deadline.

Negotiators are considering a plan that would fund most federal agencies through the end of September, while extending funding for the Department of Homeland Security only temporarily.

The move would allow further negotiations over immigration enforcement, including the deployment of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.

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Democrats, led by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, are demanding limits on ICE operations and stronger oversight measures. Republicans control the Senate 53 to 47, but Democrats have enough votes to sustain a filibuster.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune said a deal could still come together quickly. Any agreement would also need approval from the narrowly divided House, raising the risk of a brief shutdown.

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