What happened: The US Senate voted to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, aiming to end the partial government shutdown and reduce airport security delays. Funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was not included in the bill.
Why it matters:
- Helps resolve airport security disruptions affecting travellers nationwide.
- Excludes ICE, highlighting ongoing political disagreements over immigration enforcement.
MNN Take: This vote is a key move to restore normal operations at airports and government agencies, though some departments remain unfunded due to political divisions.
Sources: BBC World