The Department of Homeland Security sent a letter to senators offering five concessions to end the current government shutdown, including a pledge not to deport U.S. citizens. According to the administration's proposal, two of the five concessions consist simply of commitments that officers would follow existing law going forward.
The concessions appear designed to address congressional concerns over immigration enforcement practices that have contributed to the funding impasse. The shutdown reflects deeper disagreements between the administration and lawmakers over immigration policy and enforcement priorities.