Henry Cuellar: “I understand what you are saying. It is a politically correct answer.”

This last appropriation bill, the current one, we have enacted funding for 2024 an additional $570 million.

When the government shuts down, even a partial shutdown like we’re experiencing now, reporting falls behind. Without a funding agreement, these requirements lapse.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Administrator, the Federal Air Marshals go down there, I think there is a call for a surge--I mean, you know, when there is a need for a surge, they are sent there voluntarily?

This pardon gives us a clean slate. The noise is gone. The work remains.