Summary
Long lines are seen at many U.S. airports because TSA employees are working without pay due to a budget issue. President Donald Trump decided to deploy ICE agents to help with the situation at airports beginning Monday.
Key Facts
- TSA workers are not getting paid because Congress did not renew funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
- ICE agents will be sent to airports to help TSA manage long lines.
- Social media shows travelers facing long waits at airports like New Orleans and Atlanta.
- ICE agents will help by monitoring exit lanes and checking IDs, allowing TSA to focus on screenings.
- White House border czar Tom Homan is leading the effort to coordinate ICE's role at airports.
- The Senate is moving forward with the nomination of Senator Markwayne Mullin to be the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.
