*Published Friday, January 30, 2026*

The Senate voted down a spending package this week, putting the federal government at risk of a shutdown. Eight Republicans joined all Democrats in a 45-55 vote against the package, which included funding for the Department of Homeland Security.

Following recent events in Minnesota, Democrats stated they would not support any package funding DHS without commitments from the Trump administration to reform certain tactics and measures used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The six-bill package would fund roughly three-quarters of the federal government. Some Republican opposition was tied to calls for deeper spending cuts elsewhere. As of this writing, a short-term shutdown over the weekend appears likely.

Staff contact: Matthew Viohl, [mviohl@cfbf.com](mailto:mviohl@cfbf.com).

Spending Package in Flux, Shutdown Possible

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The Senate rejected a six-bill spending package in a 45-55 vote, raising the risk of a government shutdown. Disagreement over DHS funding and ICE reforms has stalled negotiations, making a short-term shutdown appear likely.

Spending Package in Flux, Shutdown Possible

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