US Senate advances ICE Bill as Democrats aim to make Trump a liability for Republicans
The US Senate has advanced a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement, amidst ongoing political tensions related to former President Trump. Democrats are leveraging the debate to highlight Republican ties to Trump, particularly regarding his controversial funding decisions. The Senate is set for extensive discussions and potential amendments before a final vote, which could occur soon.
- ▪The Senate voted to open debate on a $70 billion bill for immigration enforcement.
- ▪Democrats plan to introduce amendments to tie Republicans to Trump's controversial funding decisions.
- ▪Republicans maintain confidence in their majority to pass the bill despite Democratic opposition.
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US Senate advances ICE Bill as Democrats aim to make Trump a liability for RepublicansSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPolitical fallout over the fund had already prevented Republicans from moving the Bill forward in May.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished Jun 04, 2026, 09:22 AMUpdated Jun 04, 2026, 09:22 AMWASHINGTON - The Republican-led US Senate voted on June 3 to open debate on a US$70 billion (S$89.82 billion) Bill to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, clearing the way for a marathon of debate and amendment votes that Democrats will try to use to tie Republicans to Trump’s efforts to compensate his allies and protect himself from tax scrutiny.The move to advance the partisan funding Bill for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol toward…
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