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GOP delivers 'last and final' DHS funding offer as TSA lines persist

Republican leaders say they have sent Democrats a final DHS funding proposal as they seek to end a partial government shutdown, while continued TSA backups are disrupting travel.

Mar 26th 2026 · United States

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  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Republicans made a 'last and final' Department of Homeland Security funding offer to Democrats and expressed hope it could end the partial government shutdown.
  • The talks focus on short-term DHS funding to keep agency operations running.
  • Travelers continue to face prolonged TSA security lines at many airports, causing delays and longer processing times.
  • Lawmakers have not confirmed a deal and negotiations remain ongoing, leaving the shutdown's end uncertain.

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