Summary
President Donald Trump signed an order for emergency pay to help Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents, but long lines at major U.S. airports continue. Federal immigration officers have been assisting at airports and may stay longer if TSA staff shortages persist. Many TSA employees have left their jobs since funding for TSA lapsed, impacting airport security.
Key Facts
- President Trump signed an order for emergency pay for TSA agents.
- The pay order aims to reduce long security lines at U.S. airports.
- Many TSA workers have not been paid since Valentine's Day due to a funding lapse.
- The Department of Homeland Security shutdown has lasted 44 days.
- Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are helping with airport security.
- Almost 500 TSA officers have resigned since the shutdown began.
- The White House border czar mentioned ICE will stay until normal TSA operations resume.
- Major airports are advising travelers to arrive early due to longer security wait times.
