By: Scott Wong, Melanie Zanona, Kyle Stewart
The House voted to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, ending a 75-day shutdown. ICE and border patrol will be funded separately due to Democratic opposition.


Melanie Zanona is a Capitol Hill Correspondent at NBC News. With over a decade of experience covering Congress, she focuses on breaking news related to politics, government, public policy, and elections, often highlighting the power dynamics and key figures driving Capitol Hill and the campaign trail. Melanie has been featured in various outlets, including POLITICO and CNN, showcasing her expertise in current affairs and geopolitics.
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Melanie's coverage primarily focuses on evolving political stories within the United States, particularly around government announcements and legal policy regulation. She extensively covers topics related to the US House of Representatives, GOP leadership, antisemitism, resolutions, and tensions in government.
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