Senate strikes deal to avoid partial government shutdown

Democrats and White House have struck a deal to avert a partial government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security as they negotiate new restrictions for President Donald Trump’s surge of immigration enforcement.

Could another government shutdown happen?
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The federal government is, once again, facing the possibility of a partial shutdown. It would start this weekend, unless the White House can make a deal with Democrats to address their demands about ICE and funding for the Department of Homeland Security.

Latest on ICE shootings in Minnesota
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Border Czar Tom Homan took over immigration enforcement efforts in the twin cities and said he's already met with state and local leaders, signaling changes will be made. Meanwhile, the Minneapolis mayor is in DC, pushing for ICE to leave his town. He called their actions "unamerican."

Withdrawal of ICE in MN depends on cooperation, Trump's border czar says

White House Border Czar Tom Homan, in his first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, said he is working on a drawdown plan of federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials.

Amy Klobuchar is running for Minnesota governor

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month.

Texas Democrats demand 5-year-old's release from ICE facility in Dilley

Three Texas Democrats visited the Dilley Detention Center demanding the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos. Liam and his father were taken into ICE custody in Minnesota last week.

Texas sues Delaware nurse practitioner over mail-order abortion pills

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing a Delaware nurse practitioner for allegedly violating state law by mailing abortion-inducing drugs to Texas residents.

Rep. Ilhan Omar sprayed by man with syringe; FBI leading investigation

The FBI is taking over investigating the suspect who sprayed U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar with a liquid during her Minneapolis town hall on Tuesday.

Trump shares new details on 'Trump Accounts' savings program

President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled details of proposed “Trump Accounts," a government-backed investment program for children.

Trump wants ‘honest investigation’ into Alex Pretti’s death

Following the death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, President Donald Trump has said that he wants to see a “very honorable and honest investigation" into the incident.

ICE agent barred from entering Ecuadorian consulate in Minneapolis: Report

The Consulate of Ecuador reportedly barred an ICE agent from entering its premises on Tuesday, saying the effort was made to “guarantee the protection of the Ecuadorians who were present at the consular office at that time.

Representative Gill: Democrats need to negotiate in good faith to avoid a government shutdown

Congress is now days away from a partial government shutdown because Senate Democrats say they won't advance a funding bill that includes the Department of Homeland Security. In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) says Democrats need to come to the table. 

Greg Bovino to return to 'old job' in El Centro, California after Alex Pretti shooting: Reports

Gregory Bovino is reportedly being moved from his role as Border Patrol’s “Commander of Operation At Large" back to his former post overseeing CBP operations in El Centro, a shift described as a demotion.

Who is Greg Bovino? Border Patrol’s acting commander seen in city sweeps

Greg Bovino has become the public face of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, seen going from city to city in big sweeps. Here’s what to know amid his rise in the Border Patrol and its immigration enforcement.

ICE in Minnesota: Gov. Walz speaks on shooting, protests continue, Alex Pretti remembered

ICE continues its operations in Minnesota a day after a federal agent fatally shot a second person in Minneapolis. Find live updates on protests, press conferences and operations in the state here.

NRA Minnesota statements: Calls out ‘dangerous and wrong’ sentiment

The NRA called out a “dangerous and wrong" sentiment in response to the latest deadly shooting in Minneapolis, warning against making generalizations and “demonizing law-abiding citizens." Here’s what they said.