The Fox News Rundown Iran Conflict, DHS Shutdown Raises Fears Of Threats Inside The US
Mar 9, 2026
Frank Bisignano, CEO of the IRS and Social Security chief, discusses tax season, agency modernization, and fraud prevention. Andrew Garbarino, U.S. Representative and Homeland Security chair, warns about DHS funding lapses, national security risks, and the Iran conflict. Short takes cover counter-drone readiness, morale at TSA and CISA, and how politics affects preparedness.
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Shutdown Weakens Homeland Security Operations
- DHS funding lapse reduces morale and readiness because many employees are furloughed or working unpaid, notably TSA and CISA staff.
- Andrew Garbarino cites TSA average pay ~$45,000 and two-thirds of CISA furloughed amid daily cyberattacks from Iran, Russia, China.
Pass Negotiated DHS Bill With Oversight Provisions
- Pass the negotiated DHS funding bill that includes training, body cameras, and extra Office of Inspector General resources to address ICE and CBP issues.
- Garbarino warns Democrats' alternative proposal would remove those bipartisan wins and make the country less safe.
World Cup Security At Risk From Funding Freeze
- The DHS shutdown threatens major-event security preparation, forcing cities hosting the FIFA World Cup to risk cancelling events.
- Garbarino says less than 100 days remain and promised security funds can't be delivered because of the shutdown.