Summary
ICE agents are facing backlash at U.S. airports, with some being called "Nazis." These agents have been sent to airports to help with transportation security during a staffing shortage. This issue comes from a partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
Key Facts
- ICE agents are working at U.S. airports to help with security tasks.
- A video shows a woman calling ICE agents "Nazis" at an airport.
- There is a staffing shortage at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
- The shortage is due to a partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
- Hundreds of TSA officers are working without pay, causing many to quit or call in sick.
- About 400 TSA officers have left their jobs since the shutdown began.
- ICE agents are involved in crowd control and managing airport lines.
- TSA and ICE are both part of the Department of Homeland Security.
