Immigration Enforcement — 2026-03-22
DHS Shutdown Enters Sixth Week; Senate Fails Fifth Vote, Thune Threatens Easter Recess Cancellation
DHS partial shutdown entered its sixth week after the Senate failed for the fifth time to advance a House-passed funding bill. Thune threatened to cancel Easter recess. Democrats demand immigration enforcement reforms. Key border patrol, immigration courts, and counterterrorism staff remain furloughed; ICE enforcement continues under separate OBBBA funding.
Analysis
DHS shutdown duration now 35+ days. Prior INTSUM tracked TSA staffing crisis (376 officers quit, absences doubled). IC Brief reported CISA operating at 38% capacity and postponing CIRCIA town halls. The shutdown is simultaneously degrading border security, aviation security, and cyber defense.
DHS shutdown duration now 35+ days. Prior INTSUM tracked TSA staffing crisis (376 officers quit, absences doubled). IC Brief reported CISA operating at 38% capacity and postponing CIRCIA town halls. The shutdown is simultaneously degrading border security, aviation security, and cyber defense.