Sen. Schmitt accuses Democrats of playing ‘petty politics’ as DHS funding fight continues

Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., discusses the mounting national security concerns amid the DHS shutdown, responds to Democratic criticism of ICE and more on ‘America’s Newsroom.’

Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt addresses heightened homeland security concerns amid the prolonged DHS shutdown, criticizing Democrats for allegedly prioritizing defunding ICE over protecting Americans. Senator Schmitt champions the SCAM Act, aiming to expand denaturalization grounds for individuals involved in welfare fraud, aggravated felonies, espionage, drug cartels, or foreign terrorist organizations. He emphasizes the need to secure the border and denaturalize criminals.