WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Sen. Peter Welch issued the following press release:
U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) today voted to begin debate on critical reforms to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The Continuing Resolution avoids a multi-agency shutdown, and separates DHS funding for a future vote in two weeks:
Senator Welch released the following statement:
"The Department of Homeland Security, under the direction of Secretary Noem, is terrorizing communities. ICE's actions in Minnesota are horrific and must stop: Two people in the state were killed this month-a young mother and an ICU nurse lawfully observing and protesting. People have been rounded up based on the color of their skin. ICE has raided schools, farms, and workpla...