Homeland Security shutdown begins for DHS agencies

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security lapsed after talks over proposed limits on immigration enforcement failed, affecting agencies including TSA, ICE, CBP and FEMA while most other federal programs remain funded through Sept. 30.

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security expired after negotiations over proposed limits on immigration enforcement did not produce an agreement. Democrats had sought changes following a recent deadly incident in Minneapolis, and talks with the White House continued through the week. The lapse applies only to DHS funding; most federal programs remain funded through Sept. 30. The shutdown is expected to be narrowly confined to agencies under the DHS umbrella. Key details: - DHS funding expired after negotiations over proposed immigration-enforcement limits failed. - The lapse affects DHS agencies including the Transportation Security Administration, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Secret Service and FEMA. - Most DHS employees are designated as essential and will continue working, often without pay until funding is restored. - Negotiations had been ongoing; the next procedural step is undetermined at this time. Summary: The funding lapse narrows federal disruptions to DHS programs while most other government funding continues through Sept. 30. Undetermined at this time.