Two deadly immigration enforcement incidents in Minneapolis have sparked Republican concern ahead of the 2026 midterms, prompting calls for accountability and funding clashes.

Despite public support for President Trump, Republican lawmakers are becoming more concerned about the 2026 midterm elections as a result of backlash over two deadly federal immigration enforcement incidents in Minneapolis. Democrats have threatened to stop funding unless Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is held accountable, and Senators Thom Tillis and Lisa Murkowski have called for her to do so. With some Republicans advocating for enforcement pauses, particularly in competitive states like Maine, the controversy has shifted the focus from border security to administration mismanagement. The party is under increasing pressure to address growing concerns about public trust and political fallout as a funding deadline of January 31 approaches.