Senators Grasp for Deal to End DHS Shutdown as GOP Makes ‘Last and Final Offer’

Talks to end DHS shutdown break down as Trump directs department to pay TSA

Talks to fund the Department of Homeland Security collapsed Thursday, despite a furious push from a bipartisan group of top senators to come to an agreement.

Why Can't the Senate Come to a Deal on DHS?

In the sixth week of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, the Senate still cannot come to a deal fund the agency, despite both sides having presented a wide spectrum of proposals. On Thursday, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., announced he had sent Democrats “what I think is our last and final [offer], so let’s hope this gets it done.” Thune did not go into detail on the content of the offer. Democrats have continued to d…

News Wrap: Thune gives Democrats 'last and final' offer to end DHS shutdown

In our news wrap Thursday, Senate Majority Leader John Thune says the GOP has given Democrats a "last and final" offer to end the DHS funding fight, Florida Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faced a rare public ethics hearing in Congress and a federal judge says he will not dismiss the case against ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro over a dispute involving legal fees.

Senators are discussing ‘last and final’ offer to end funding shutdown

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says he's given the final offer to Democrats.

Senate Republicans Propose Final Offer to Democrats Amid DHS Shutdown Crisis

What’s happening? Senate negotiations are intensifying over a potential shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with Senate Republicans presenting a "last and final" offer to Democrats. The discussions are critical as lawmakers work to avert a government deadlock that could disrupt funding and operations. In contrasting coverage, CBS News headlines "DHS shutdown live updates as Senate GOP sends 'last and final' offer to Democrats,…