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Trump Proposes Spending Hike For DHS, Emphasizing Border And Immigration Security

Trump Proposes Spending Hike For DHS, Emphasizing Border And Immigration Security
The Trump administration is proposing $5 billion in FY '20 for about 200 miles of border wall along the southwest border. Photo: Customs and Border Protection

The Trump administration is requesting $51.7 billion in discretionary spending for the Department of Homeland Security in fiscal year 2020, a nearly 8 percent increase above current funding levels, with the main focus being on border security based on physical barriers and immigration enforcement. The administration provided limited specifics for most program items and agency top lines as DHS is expected to release its detailed budget request on Tuesday, although it’s possible the release doesn’t happen until March 18. Still,…

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