Speaker Mike Johnson canceled the official House delegation to the Munich Security Conference, breaking a tradition of bipartisan participation at the critical global forum. House Democrats criticized the move, with many planning to attend independently to reassure international allies about U.S. commitment.

The cancellation stems from the ongoing DHS shutdown, with Republicans blaming Democratic resistance to immigration reforms following the fatal shooting of two U.S. citizens by ICE agents. Democrats argue the conference is vital for maintaining U.S. credibility amid the Trump administration's foreign policy approach.

Multiple Democrats including Yassamin Ansari, Jason Crow, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are attending on their own dime, emphasizing their commitment to transatlantic partnerships. Unlike the House, Senate delegations will still participate, highlighting the growing rift in how the two chambers approach international engagement during domestic political battles.