The Biden administration is again pressing Congress for a $4.7 billion emergency fund to manage surges in migrant crossings at the southwest border — a proposal that’s likely to meet skepticism among Republicans on Capitol Hill.
The Department of Homeland Security made the pitch Monday in its fiscal 2025 budget request to Congress, renewing a plea it made a year ago. The account would operate as a contingency fund, built up over years, allowing DHS to access the money when migration hits trigger levels.
The agency is seeking $62.2 billion in overall discretionary funding, a 2% increase over fiscal 2023 ...