The Senate Appropriations Committee, led by Chair Patty Murray, has released a summary of the national security supplemental bill, proposing $118.3 billion in funding. This includes $60 billion to assist Ukraine in its conflict with Russia and $14.1 billion for Israel’s security, aligning with the White House’s requests. An additional $20.2 billion is allocated for U.S. border security, coupled with significant immigration policy changes, following bipartisan negotiations.
A key provision would empower President Joe Biden to deny asylum for illegal border crossers if the number exceeds 5,000 per week, a threshold recently surpassed. This measure is part of broader efforts to address illegal immigration and enhance border security, reflecting months of bipartisan discussions.
However, the bill’s future is uncertain, requiring 60 votes in the Senate for advancement and facing skepticism in the Republican-controlled House, where Speaker Mike Johnson has declared it “dead on arrival.”
President Biden has endorsed the package, highlighting its potential to secure the border and implement substantial immigration reforms. He has called for bipartisan support, despite opposition from figures like Donald Trump, who criticizes the bill as a betrayal of America’s borders.
The legislation represents a shift from previous immigration policies, emphasizing detention and deportation over the “catch and release” approach. It seeks to equip future administrations with tools to manage border security effectively.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised the bill as a significant step forward, urging senators to overlook political opposition. The bill’s outcome could significantly influence the national conversation on immigration and border security, amidst ongoing debates over the best path forward for U.S. policy.
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