Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown has continued for over a month, leading to longer wait times at airport security checkpoints across the U.S. due to TSA staffing shortages. Lawmakers are in discussions to resolve funding disagreements, but no agreement has been reached yet.
Key Facts
- The DHS shutdown has stretched into its second month.
- TSA workers are unpaid during the shutdown because DHS funding is not approved.
- Airports report increased security line wait times, recommending travelers arrive early.
- The TSA is experiencing high call-out rates, peaking at 55% at some airports.
- About 366 TSA agents have resigned since the shutdown began on February 14.
- Airlines have warned that the system is nearing a "breaking point" due to staffing shortages.
- The shutdown started due to disagreements over immigration enforcement reforms.
- Lawmakers are negotiating to end the shutdown, but a resolution has not yet been found.
