Capito ‘frustrated’ over possible partial shutdown nearing, says funding for DHS is ‘critical’

By: Lori Kersey

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: January 29, 2026

Words: 731

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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As Democrats in Congress call for Immigration and Customs Enforcement reforms in light of ICU nurse Alex Pretti’s shooting death in Minneapolis, Sen. Shelley Moore Capito told reporters Thursday she can agree with some of their demands.

Capito, R-W.Va., said Thursday she can support a rule requiring ICE agents to wear body cameras and have de-escalation training. She hesitated to support prohibiting ICE agents from wearing face masks. Capito said she has safety concerns …

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