Steve Scalise rips Democrats for 'playing political games' with DHS shutdown amid Iran threat
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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise warns Democrats to end the DHS shutdown and prioritize national security following U.S. strikes on Iran.
Elizabeth Elkind is a politics reporter for Fox News Digital leading coverage of the House of Representatives. Previous digital bylines seen at Daily Mail and CBS News.
The ongoing partial government shutdown centered on DHS, now in its 18th day, has taken on new significance in the wake of President Donald Trump's military action in Iran. Follow on Twitter at @liz_elkind and send tips to elizabeth.elkind@fox.com
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