Senate Republicans Advance Budget Resolution to Provide $70 Billion for ICE and Border Patrol
ICE and Border Patrol Funding Increase·April 21 – April 22, 2026
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Senate Republicans Advance Budget Resolution to Provide $70 Billion for ICE and Border Patrol
Senate Republicans advanced a budget resolution on April 21 to provide significant new funding for immigration enforcement. The plan aims to fund U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for three years to cover the remainder of President Trump's term. Supporters argue this move is necessary for national security because Democrats have blocked previous funding efforts. The Senate agreed to a motion to proceed with the resolution, setting up a series of votes later this week. Critics of the plan claim it allocates $70 billion without requiring reforms or accountability for the agencies. Opponents also argue that the funding levels for ICE and CBP would exceed the combined budgets of the FBI and DEA. Some lawmakers expressed concern that the budget prioritizes enforcement over addressing the rising costs of healthcare and groceries for American families.
Senator announces motion to proceed on budget resolutionRepublicans propose three-year funding for ICE and CBPCritics cite lack of accountability in $70 billion fundingComparison of enforcement budgets to other federal agencies
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