Trump signs $70 billion immigration bill, capping lengthy fight over ICE funding

TL;DR

President Trump signed the Secure America Act, providing $70 billion for DHS immigration enforcement agencies.
The bill funds agencies like ICE and parts of CBP through the end of Trump's term.
The funding standoff lasted months, with Democrats initially demanding reforms.
Republicans used budget reconciliation to pass the bill without Democratic support.
Disagreements over funding for the White House East Wing renovation and a DOJ 'anti-weaponization' fund caused setbacks.
The bill also supports domestic law enforcement investigations and combating child exploitation.

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