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Schumer, Jeffries project unity, demand ICE reforms in spending fight

Jeffries joined Schumer in calling for reforms and said Democrats were united in reining in ICE.

Schumer, Jeffries project unity, demand ICE reforms in spending fight
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This article1 analysis · Oct 10, 2026
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Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats would block Department of Homeland Security funding unless Republicans agree to reforms targeting immigration enforcement. The demands open negotiations ahead of the February 13 funding deadline.

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House Democratic leader demanding immigration-enforcement reforms in DHS funding talks

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Chuck Schumer
D · NY · SEN

Senate Democratic leader demanding immigration-enforcement reforms in DHS funding talks

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President whose immigration-enforcement policies are being challenged

John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate Republican leader responding to Democrats' demands

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Jeffries and Schumer Outline Proposed Reforms to ICE

Jeffries and Schumer outlined proposed changes to immigration enforcement as part of negotiations over Department of Homeland Security funding, ahead of a Feb. 13 deadline. Center outlets focus on the proposals within the funding negotiations, while also covering the deadline, shutdown risk and differences among lawmakers. Right-leaning outlets foreground Republican criticism of the demands, with some presenting them as unrealistic.

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