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A potential shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security threatens to impact various agencies, including ICE, TSA, and the Coast Guard. Essential services like immigration enforcement and airport security are expected to continue, but with potential consequences for employees and operations. The article details the potential effects on different agencies.

Ghislaine Maxwell, associate of Jeffrey Epstein, refused to answer questions during a deposition before the House Oversight Committee, invoking her Fifth Amendment right. Lawmakers are investigating Epstein's crimes and potential co-conspirators. The Justice Department is also releasing unredacted Epstein files.

The Munich Security Conference opened with European leaders wary of the United States under the Trump administration. Key topics include the future of trans-Atlantic relations, the war in Ukraine, and potential US actions regarding Iran and Greenland. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is representing the US.

The Trump administration sued Harvard University, alleging discrimination in admissions. The lawsuit follows Trump's reversal on a deal with Harvard and an increase in a proposed fine. The article covers various news related to the Trump administration.

The Department of Homeland Security shut down due to a funding lapse, though essential functions continue. The shutdown stems from a partisan divide in Congress over immigration enforcement. Employees face working without pay, potentially impacting travel and disaster relief.

Attorney General Pam Bondi refused to apologize to Jeffrey Epstein's victims during a House Judiciary Committee hearing, instead attacking Democrats. The article covers the hearing's dramatic moments, including Bondi's defense of her actions and criticism from Democrats.

Senate Democrats blocked a spending bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security due to disagreements over restrictions on federal immigration agents. The impasse puts the department on track for a shutdown this weekend. Negotiations continue, but a deal seems unlikely before the deadline.

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security has lapsed due to a standoff between Democrats and Republicans over immigration restrictions. Democrats seek changes to immigration enforcement, while Republicans object to the demands. The shutdown's impact on agencies and travelers is discussed.