DHS funding standoff as shutdown nears

US Democrats are working on counter proposal after the Senate blocked a funding bill for homeland security.

This has increased the likelihood of a shutdown.

Washington remains in a stand-off over immigration enforcement as Democrats demand stricter rules and increased oversight in exchange to pass the funding bill.

US President Donald Trump has reiterated negotiations are ongoing, but he appeared doubtful about reaching a deal before the deadline.

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