Sen. Lindsey Graham briefly blocked a Senate funding package to demand a guaranteed floor vote on legislation that would criminalize state and local officials who refuse to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement, saying such officials “should be punished.” The Senate then approved a bipartisan spending deal and a two‑week extension for Homeland Security after a White House‑backed agreement that left time for immigration negotiations, and leaders agreed to schedule Graham’s sanctuary‑city proposal for a vote. Supporters say it would enforce federal law; critics warn it is vague, risks criminalizing local policymakers, and raises constitutional and federalism concerns and legal challenges.

Sources: (congress.gov)