House Dems Pivot To Enforcement: New Dem Coalition Backs CBP Funding And Visa Reforms Ahead Of 2026

The New Democrat Coalition, a 115-member House bloc, released an immigration framework emphasizing increased funding and operational support for border agents and pragmatic updates to U.S. visa policies. The move aims to present a centrist, enforcement-aware approach ahead of the 2026 midterms while keeping legal pathways on the table. The coalition’s size and timing suggest potential to shape bipartisan negotiations and party messaging. Initial reactions are mixed, reflecting debate over how far Democrats should go on enforcement and visas.