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The DHS shutdown drags on with the House back in session today. Is there a vote expected to end the partial shutdown? Here's what to know today.
The DHS shutdown drags on with the House back in session today. Is there a vote expected to end the partial shutdown? Here's what to know today.
2025 United States federal government shutdown - Wikipedia
Track the imminent government shutdown as Democrats' demands risk federal services for millions. Americans dont agree with Democrats actions.
Understanding the Context
The House returned from its scheduled two-week recess on April 14, but have not scheduled a vote to end the DHS shutdown.
Real-time U.S. federal government shutdown status. Live tracker monitors OPM and Congress data for shutdown alerts, duration, and impact on services.
The federal government remains in a partial shutdown over funding the DHS. As lawmakers return from recess this week, when could a vote take place?
Not all areas of the government are impacted by a shutdown. Federal law enforcement operated as usual, Social Security and Medicare cheques were still distributed, and mail delivered.
Key Insights
DHS has been operating under a shutdown since Feb. 14, as Congress has yet to agree to a fiscal 2026 funding measure for the department. Many DHS staff are excepted and required to.
The federal government has shut down as congressional lawmakers remain at odds over funding the government beyond September 30.
The Department of Homeland Security has ordered thousands of furloughed employees back to work, even as the agency technically remains shut down and unfunded by Congress.
