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House Approves $70 Billion Bill to Fund Immigration Enforcement for Three Years

09 June 2026 16:55

The House of Representatives passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement for three years, frontloading annual funding to support the Trump administration's deportation goals. - The bill provides $70 billion over three years for ICE and CBP operations.

- It frontloads funding to avoid disruptions from government shutdowns. - The measure passed largely along party lines, with Republicans in favor.

- Critics warn of insufficient oversight and potential human rights concerns. The legislation now heads to the Senate, where its passage is uncertain.

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