DHS funding live updates as Senate-approved bill faces headwinds in the House
The pressure now shifts to the House to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown that has severely disrupted air travel in some major airports. Follow live updates.
Updated on: March 27, 2026 / 12:33 PM EDT / CBS News
What to know about Day 42 of the DHS shutdown:
Jeffries says "overwhelming support" among House Democrats to pass Senate bill
"There was overwhelming support expressed to pass this bipartisan bill today so we can pay TSA agents, stop inconveniencing millions of Americans and end the airport chaos," Jeffries said.
When asked whether Democrats would help advance a rule, Jeffries said Democrats "haven't had that conversation, but we're prepared to do what's necessary to end the chaos today."