Why are Senate Democrats planning to oppose the DHS funding bill?

Why did it happen? A deadly shooting in Minneapolis fueled protests against this bill.

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The DHS bill needs to be passed to avoid a partial government shutdown.

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They have control of the majority. The Republicans hold 53 seats in the Senate.

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At least seven Democrats or independent members will have to vote for the bill to pass.

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They work together with the Democrats. Senator Angus King of Maine is an independent.

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