Washington — The House on Tuesday passed Republicans' $70 billion bill funding immigration enforcement agencies through the rest of President Trump's term, bringing an end to the monthslong stalemate over funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol. The legislation cleared the House in a 214 to 212 vote. The Senate approved it early Friday following weeks of roadblocks. It now heads to Mr. Trump's desk.
Main Idea: The House passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies through the rest of President Donald Trump’s term, ending a long fight with the Senate over the money.
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More federal money for ICE and Border Patrol could mean tougher immigration enforcement, more detentions, and higher taxpayer costs.
The three-year funding deal may reduce budget fights in Congress and give immigration agencies more stable staffing and planning.
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