Senators consider deal to fund Homeland Security but not ICE enforcement as airport lines snarl

“Senate Majority Leader John Thune led the Republican effort to salvage a funding deal to end the Homeland Security shutdown.”

“Senate Majority Leader John Thune rejected a Democratic offer and planned a vote on a DHS funding bill excluding deportation programs.”

“Senate Majority Leader John Thune faced criticism from House Republicans after being seen at the airport following the passage of a Senate funding bill.”