Sen. Shaheen goes 'On the Record' about Iran, DHS funding, tariff refunds
Senator Jeanne Shaheen announced she won't seek reelection in 2026 and discussed key issues including the government shutdown, DHS funding, and Iran tensions. Shaheen attributed the shutdown to Republicans' refusal to approve a DHS funding plan passed unanimously by the Senate.
US Senator Jeanne Shaheen announced she will not seek reelection in 2026. The government shutdown has affected the Department of Homeland Security since February due to Republicans' refusal to approve a funding plan. The Senate had unanimously passed a DHS funding bill, but it was not taken up by the House. Shaheen believes Democrats' demands for changes to immigration enforcement tactics are necessary due to incidents involving ICE and CBP. Shaheen supports reforms to these agencies to prevent abuses, such as roving bands in the streets and detentions without proper identification or training. Tensions with Iran are also affecting global energy prices, and Shaheen criticized President Trump's vacillating strategy on Iran.
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