President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill on Wednesday, ending a six-month funding standoff with Democrats. The legislation provides $38 billion for ICE and $26 billion for the Border Patrol over three years.
- The bill was passed by House Republicans by a 214-212 vote. - The impasse began after the shooting deaths of two U.S.
citizens in Minneapolis during immigration enforcement operations. - Earlier proposals for White House security and compensation funds were dropped.
- Republicans hope the issue will boost their midterm election prospects.