“In effect, we are looking at the rapid expulsion of these children,” said Greg Chen of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. Republicans are arguing that the bill would do precisely what Democrats have been demanding: reopen the federal government immediately. But the Senate math does not work in Mr. McConnell’s favor. A spokesman for Mr. Manchin said the senator would remain undecided until he saw the text of the measure. But given that none of their plans include money for a wall, Mr. McConnell has said he will not bring them up in the Senate.

Source: New York Times January 22, 2019 17:55 UTC