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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 3 MIN

2 Republicans have a plan to end the DHS shutdown, but there are hurdles to clear

from Morning Edition · host Leila Fadel

Top Republicans in Congress have a plan to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. But to do so, they'll need to circumvent Democrats and limit defections within their own ranks.

Top Republicans in Congress have a plan to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. But to do so, they'll need to circumvent Democrats and limit defections within their own ranks.

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2 Republicans have a plan to end the DHS shutdown, but there are hurdles to clear

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