How outlets cover Mike Johnson R · LA-4 · Mar 31 – Apr 2, 2026
Trump Directs Pay for Department of Homeland Security Employees
Trump ordered pay for Homeland Security employees during the shutdown, while Johnson and Thune pursued a two-track funding plan. Coverage differs on whether the emphasis is the pay order and House impasse or Trump’s deadline for ICE and CBP funding.
Lead article · New Haven RegisterTrump says he'll sign order to resume pay for Homeland Security. His move bypasses CongressOutlets report that amid a DHS shutdown, House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune backed a two-track approach to funding the department.
Center outlets focus on Trump’s order to resume employee pay and the Senate bill awaiting House action, including Johnson’s shift in position and the task of securing Republican support. Right-leaning outlets emphasize Trump’s June 1 deadline for ICE and CBP funding and Johnson’s role with Thune in pursuing a two-track plan.
Outlets by lean
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Center coverage foregrounds Trump’s pay order and pending House action, noting Johnson had shifted position and faced the task of securing Republican support.
How it looks for Johnson, by side
3 OF 4 ARTICLESLeft: 0 good, 0 bad, 0 mixed, 0 informational. Center: 0 good, 0 bad, 3 mixed, 0 informational. Right: 0 good, 0 bad, 0 mixed, 0 informational.
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When each side covered it
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