Rep. Watson Coleman Votes Against Extending Funding for Out-of-Control DHS

Washington, D.C. (Feb 3, 2026) - Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) voted against a set of bills that would have allowed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to continue its lawless and dangerous actions in cities across the country.

“When speaking to constituents over the past several weeks, the most frequent concern I’ve heard is with regards to ICE’s brutality and disregard for people’s rights,” said Watson Coleman. “The actions by ICE and DHS have shown a complete lack of accountability and care. They are simply out-of-control. It’s why I called for the impeachment of Secretary Noem, who has failed to acknowledge a problem with her department, let alone put forward a plan to correct. And, it’s why I’ve called for dismantling DHS and replacing it with an immigration system that respects the rights and safety of every member of our community. When I said “not one cent more to ICE," I meant it.

The funding package passed the House of Representatives 217-214, extending funding for the Departments of Labor; Health and Human Services; Housing and Urban Development; Transportation; and Defense for one year while simultaneously passing a two-week continuing resolution for the Department of Homeland Security while negotiations on final funding continue.