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$70 Billion Immigration Funding Package Approved by House
The U.S. House is set to vote on a $70 billion package to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), following a 52-47 vote in the Senate. This measure aims to secure funding for immigration enforcement agencies through the remainder of President Trump's presidency. The Democrats have voiced strong opposition, introducing over 150 amendments to the bill. The funding arrives after a prolonged debate and a partial government shutdown linked to immigration enforcement policy that began in January 2026.
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Tariff Refunds of $20.6B Issued Amid Trump's Appeal Plans
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump lacked authority to impose certain tariffs, leading to $20.6 billion in refunds issued by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) as of May 22. Over 330,000 importers may be eligible for refunds, with $85 billion in applications accepted. However, the Trump administration intends to appeal the federal judge's order that allows all importers who paid the invalidated tariffs to seek refunds. The appeal could potentially disrupt the refund process, which had been operating smoothly since its inception on May 12.
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CBP Reports $166 Billion in Tariff Duties Amid Judge's Refund Order
The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency informed Judge Richard Eaton of the Court of International Trade that it has collected approximately $166 billion in IEEPA tariffs since last year. This disclosure comes in response to a court ruling requiring the agency to issue refunds on certain tariffs. The significant amount of tariff duties reflects ongoing trade policies and raises questions about future tariffs and their implications for market dynamics. Analysts suggest that this development could influence investor sentiment and trade relations, particularly with key trading partners.
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