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Senate OKs $1.2 T Minibus With 14-Day DHS Patch After White House-Schumer Deal

On 30 Jan 2026 the Senate passed, 71-29, a five-bill package funding 80 % of federal operations through 30 Sept 2026 plus a two-week continuing resolution for the Department of Homeland Security, ensuring at least a weekend partial shutdown while House members return to vote.