US Senate approves $70bn for Trump immigration agencies

June 5, 2026

The US Senate has passed a major funding package exceeding $70 billion to support President Trump's immigration enforcement agencies through the remainder of his term. The bill, which passed 52-47 in a largely partisan overnight vote, primarily allocates money to Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol operations. Democrats attempted numerous amendments during an 18-hour voting session to restrict Trump's controversial $1.

Who is affected

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
Border Patrol/Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
President Donald Trump's administration
Those allegedly harmed by government overreach (potential recipients of the anti-weaponization fund)
Trump's allies (critics claim they would benefit from the fund)
Senate Democrats and Republicans
Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski (the lone Republican who voted against the bill)

What action is being taken

The Senate is sending the $70+ billion funding bill to the House of Representatives for a vote
Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol are carrying out Trump's immigration crackdown
Democrats are proposing amendments during the vote-a-rama process to modify the bill

Why it matters

This legislation represents a massive financial commitment to immigration enforcement that would sustain Trump's immigration policies for the duration of his administration. The bill's passage demonstrates Republican control in advancing controversial priorities, including the disputed anti-weaponization fund that critics view as a potential slush fund for political allies. The funding is particularly significant given that Democrats had previously blocked immigration agency funding following deadly shootings involving federal officers, leading to a partial DHS shutdown earlier this year.

What's next

The bill must be voted on by the House of Representatives, and if approved there, it will go to President Trump to sign into law.

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