"Senate Reaches Bipartisan Border Deal Despite Trump's Opposition"

Senate negotiators are finalizing a national security spending bill aimed at funding Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan while addressing the surge of migrants at the southern border, but facing criticism from former President Trump and GOP leaders. Trump opposes the bill, claiming it's a ploy to blame Republicans for the border crisis, while some Republicans align with him without seeing the bill. The proposed deal would require the Department of Homeland Security to nearly shut down the border if migrant crossings exceed certain thresholds, but there are conflicting interpretations of the bill's provisions. The bill's fate in the House is uncertain, with House Speaker Mike Johnson and others expressing opposition, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's support is crucial for tying the border package to funds for Ukraine.