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Guthrie Children Plead for Mother's Safe Return as Democrats Clash Over DHS Funding
"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie and her siblings, Camron and Annie Guthrie, made an emotional plea Wednesday for the safe return of their mother, Nancy Guthrie, 84, who authorities believe was abducted from her Tucson, Arizona, home early Sunday. The plea came as Democratic leaders in Washington outlined their demands for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding, setting the stage for a potential government shutdown amid disagreements over immigration enforcement policies.
Savannah Guthrie, in a video message posted alongside her siblings, said, "Everyone is looking for you, Mommy, everywhere. We will not rest. Your children will not rest until we are together again." The family acknowledged reports of a ransom note and indicated their willingness to communicate with the possible abductor. "We want to hear from you, and we are ready to listen. Please, reach out to us," Guthrie said, emphasizing the need to confirm her mother's well-being. "We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her." The Guthries described Nancy as a "kind, faithful, loyal, fiercely loving woman of goodness," highlighting her importance to the family.
Meanwhile, on Capitol Hill, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, alongside Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and other Democratic leaders, reiterated policy proposals aimed at curbing the Trump administration's immigration enforcement practices. Jeffries stated that "dramatic changes" are necessary, adding, "Taxpayer dollars should be used to make life more affordable for everyday Americans, not to brutalize or kill them." He also asserted that "ICE is completely and totally out of control, immigration enforcement should be just, it should be fair, and it should be humane. That is not what is taking place right now."
The Democrats' demands come as Congress faces a deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security beyond next week. According to ABC News, the disagreement over immigration enforcement tactics, which have been under scrutiny following two fatal shootings by federal law enforcement in Minneapolis last month, could lead to another partial government shutdown. Jeffries and the majority of his caucus recently voted against a funding deal Senate Democrats had struck with the White House.
In other political news, Rep. Barry Loudermilk, R-Ga., announced Wednesday that he would not seek re-election to a seventh term. Loudermilk, who represents Northwest Georgia, said it had been a "tremendous honor" to serve for six terms and that he focused on upholding the U.S. Constitution during his tenure, according to Fox News. His retirement adds to a growing wave of GOP retirements ahead of the next election cycle.
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