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yaesu

(9,308 posts)
Wed Mar 4, 2026, 02:05 PM Mar 4

with all that is happening don't forget DHS funding and partial shutdown that has been ongoing since Feb 14th

Democrats say they won't relent on DHS funding demands because of Iran war
Republicans have called on Democrats to drop their demands for changes to immigration enforcement because of the war. Democrats aren't buying their argument.

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/democrats-wont-fund-dhs-end-shutdown-despite-iran-war-rcna261530

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with all that is happening don't forget DHS funding and partial shutdown that has been ongoing since Feb 14th (Original Post) yaesu Mar 4 OP
Let's not forget Bluetus Mar 4 #1

Bluetus

(2,765 posts)
1. Let's not forget
Wed Mar 4, 2026, 02:27 PM
Mar 4

Here is what Dems are demanding, and there is no reason to give Noem another penny until they to agree to ALL of these things.

Warrant Requirements: Requiring agents to obtain a judicial warrant before entering private property, rather than relying on internally issued administrative warrants.
Mask Ban and Identification: Prohibiting immigration officers from wearing masks or face coverings during enforcement operations, and requiring them to clearly display badge numbers and names.
Body Cameras: Mandating the use of body-worn cameras during public interactions to increase accountability.
Sensitive Location Protection: Restricting enforcement actions at "sensitive locations," including schools, hospitals, churches, and daycares.
Ending Roving Patrols: Halting "roving" patrols and indiscriminate stops.
Use-of-Force Policy: Establishing a strict, codified, and uniform code of conduct regarding the use of force, including independent investigations for wrongdoing.
Anti-Profiling Measures: Prohibiting racial profiling and profiling based on language or accent.
Detention Standards: Ensuring immediate access to attorneys for detainees and Allowing state investigations into detention conditions.
Database Restrictions: Prohibiting the tracking of individuals engaged in First Amendment-protected activities.

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