President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed a $70 billion funding package for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), providing resources for the agencies through the remainder of his second term.
At a White House signing ceremony, Trump said the legislation would equip border enforcement personnel with the tools needed to secure the border, protect the country and strengthen public safety.
The measure cleared Congress after months of political disputes. According to the report, Democrats opposed additional funding, citing concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement and incidents linked to federal operations earlier this year.
With bipartisan negotiations stalled, Republicans used the budget reconciliation process, allowing the bill to pass with a simple Senate majority. The Senate approved the package 52-47, while the House passed it 214-212. No Democrats supported the legislation.
Sen. Lindsey Graham said the measure fully funds ICE and Border Patrol through Trump's term. Debate surrounding a proposed $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund also contributed to delays before the bill ultimately reached the president's desk.
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The historic bill locks in multiyear funding for ICE and Border Patrol through 2029, successfully shielding both agencies from future government shutdowns. pic.twitter.com/whdgPAcSxz
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