The Department of Homeland Security says it has funding needed for immediate response and recovery, although the long-term picture is less clear.

The latest: Asked about Mayorkas' anticipated funding shortfall Thursday, FEMA Director of Individual Assistance Frank Matranga said "money is an important factor," but that "the focus remains" on assisting individual communities.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has spent more than $690 million this year to help communities with migrant arrivals, according to agency records.