Republicans delay budget votes over Trump fund plan
By The BriefBrief
Republicans abandoned a plan to quickly pass a $72 billion immigration crackdown bill after senators revolted over Trump’s persecution-fund payment plan.
WHO:Republicans in the U.S. Senate
WHAT:Republicans delayed budget votes and abandoned a plan to quickly pass a $72 billion immigration crackdown bill.
WHEN:May 21, 2026 at 6:56 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Senators revolted over Trump’s plan to pay people who claim government persecution.
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