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GOP Moves Second Reconciliation to Fund Iran War, ICE, Election Rules

28 March, 2026.USA.5 sources

Key Takeaways

Republicans push a second GOP-only reconciliation bill funding defense and ICE.
The package would fund Iran-related military actions.
It also includes new election rules amid intraparty tensions over scope.

GOP Pushes Reconciliation

Republican leaders launched a second reconciliation effort.

“WASHINGTON — Republicans will push a second reconciliation bill this year with the intent of boosting funds for defense and federal law enforcement, Senate Budget Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham announced today”

Breaking Defense

Graham announced plans with Trump and Thune's support.

Breaking Defense

Arrington said they are all but ready to mark up a resolution.

Iran Funding Central

The funding focus includes paying for Trump's $200 billion war-request.

Republicans plan to fund DHS components like ICE.

Fox News

The Atlantic Council described the campaign as a high-risk gamble.

Election Bill Debate Looms

Reconciliation requires all provisions to have a direct fiscal impact.

“WASHINGTON — The chairman of the Senate Budget Committee announced plans Wednesday to craft a major Republican-only bill that funds conservative priorities such as immigration enforcement, military spending during the Iran war and new election rules”