Seven Republicans joined the Democrats to block the funding package which includes money for the Department of Homeland Security. GOP Senators Budd, Ron Johnson, Mike Lee, Ashley Moody, Rick Scott and Tommy Tuberville joined the Democrats. Senate Majority Leader John Thune also voted no but this allowed him to bring the vote to the floor again. Ted Budd, R-N.C., Ron Johnson, R-Wis., Mike Lee, R- Utah, Ashley Moody, R-Fla., Rand Paul, R-Ky., Rick Scott, R-Fla., and Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala. – was an unexpected development on Thursday. https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/senate-blocks-measure-advance-funding-package-seven-republicans/Must say this vote from Budd surprises me.