Department of Homeland Security enters shutdown, amid dispute over funding

By: Ariana Figueroa

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: February 13, 2026

Words: 734

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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WASHINGTON — The second partial government shutdown in 2026 began at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, after lawmakers left the nation’s capital without reaching a deal on changes to immigration enforcement tactics at the Department of Homeland Security.

The department’s shutdown is also likely to go on for some time. With Congress out next week for the Presidents Day recess, lawmakers are not expected back on Capitol Hill for votes until Feb. 23.

A procedural vote …

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