Republican Sen. Roger Wicker says he disagrees with the “lavish welcome” planned for the Chinese leader, whom he calls an “oppressive dictator.”

The Oklahoma Republican portrayed himself as an experienced lawmaker ready to restore DHS’s credibility after a surge in immigration enforcement resulted in the killing of two U.S. citizens.

The reversal came after discussions with the White House and TSA, an official said. DHS will still suspend the Global Entry program as the partial shutdown continues.

The Department of Homeland Security is temporarily halting both programs as part of several emergency measures starting early Sunday.

The Department of Homeland Security will temporarily halt both programs as part of several emergency measures expected to go into effect early Sunday.

“Everyone is on high alert,” Portland Mayor Mark Dion said. His city and nearby Lewiston have seen an influx of migrants and asylum seekers in recent years.