Congressional Shutdown & Infighting
Key Questions
Why has Congress shut down until June?
GOP splits over the $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund and $1 billion ballroom project blocked progress on immigration funding deadlines. The shutdown stems from these internal divisions.
What budget details were included in the resolution for ICE and CBP?
The resolution allocates $38.2 billion to ICE and $26 billion to CBP. These figures form part of the stalled spending package.
How did GOP divisions affect immigration funding deadlines?
Internal Republican disagreements prevented agreement on the funding measures. As a result, Congress adjourned without resolving the deadlines.
Congress shuts down until June due to GOP splits over $1.8B anti-weaponization fund and $1B ballroom project, blocking immigration funding deadlines. Budget resolution details $38.2B ICE/$26B CBP.
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Updated May 24, 2026