House passes $70b bill to fund border patrol and ice through trump’s term

CONNECTICUT – The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a major funding bill that will pay for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol operations through the rest of President Donald Trump’s term. The vote ends months of political disagreement in Congress over how immigration enforcement should be funded.

The bill passed the House by a very close vote, 214–212. The Senate had already approved the bill earlier, so it now goes to President Trump, who is expected to sign it.

What the Bill Includes

The bill provides almost $70 billion in total funding. Key parts include:

• $38.6 billion for ICE
• $22.6 billion for Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
• $5 billion for other Department of Homeland Security programs

This funding will cover the next three years, meaning ICE and CBP will have stable budgets through the end of Trump’s current term.

Why the Bill Was Delayed

Lawmakers argued for months over two controversial items that were originally included:

• A $1.8 billion fund for the Department of Justice
• A $1 billion request for White House security upgrades

Both items were removed after pushback from members of Congress, allowing the bill to move forward.

Reactions

Republican leaders say the bill strengthens border security and ensures ICE can continue its work without interruption.
Democrats voted against the bill, saying it lacks proper oversight and does not address concerns about how immigration enforcement affects families and communities.

What Happens Next

Once President Trump signs the bill, the funding will take effect immediately. ICE and CBP will continue operating under the new budget for the next several years.