'This is insane.' Long lines plague U.S. airports as TSA officers face second missed paycheck in shutdown
TSA officers miss paychecks amid ongoing government shutdown.
As the partial government shutdown continues, travelers across the U.S. are experiencing significant delays at airport security due to increased absences among TSA officers, who are now facing their second missed paycheck. Major hubs like New York's JFK and Atlanta are particularly affected, prompting the administration to deploy ICE agents to help manage the chaos and alleviate the burden on TSA staff.
Key Takeaways
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TSA officers have been working without pay since mid-February, leading to increased absences.
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Hundreds of TSA officers have quit during the shutdown, exacerbating staffing shortages.
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ICE agents will be deployed to assist TSA at airports starting Monday.
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