PoliticsDepartment of Homeland Security Shuts Down, Though Essential Work Continues 3 weeks ago01 mins Though funding for the department is set to run out early Saturday, officials said its essential functions would continue. Post navigation Previous: How Peter Biar Ajak, a Sudanese Peace Activist, Was Caught Plotting a CoupNext: Department of Homeland Security Shuts Down, Though Essential Work Continues Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.