U.S. Budget Negotiations Stalled Over Immigration and Border Security

Republicans and Democrats clash over proposed H.R.2 bill and humanitarian parole as government shutdown looms

U.S. lawmakers are currently negotiating a budget deal, with a key point of contention being the issue of immigration and border security. The Republican-backed bill, H.R.2, proposes stricter measures for asylum seekers and increased use of expedited removal.
President Biden has called for $61 billion in assistance for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, but conservative Republicans insist this funding must be tied to more robust border security measures.
The proposed H.R.2 bill would make it more difficult for people to pass the initial credible fear screening required for asylum seekers, increase the use of expedited removal, and modify protections for immigrant minors under the Flores settlement.
Another key point of contention is the issue of humanitarian parole, an authority used by the Biden administration to admit migrants into the U.S. during emergencies or global unrest. Republicans argue this authority taxes an already overextended immigration system.
Negotiations are ongoing, with potential compromises being discussed, including caps on the number of migrants eligible for parole. The Senate could consider the legislation as soon as next week.