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Austin

People Are Charging $1,200 to Stand in Historically Long TSA Lines for Fed-Up Travelers

Retirement

TSA officers describe tears, tough choices and dwindling savings from working without pay

TSA officers face financial hardship due to a funding dispute, leading to difficult choices and high absenteeism at airports.

Some airport wait times improve as TSA workers start to get paid

TSA workers are receiving paychecks, improving airport wait times, but uncertainty remains about long-term security line normalization and immigration officer presence.

2 hours ago

Senator decries new shoes-on security policy at US airports as reckless'

The new TSA policy allowing shoes on during scans raises security concerns, according to Senator Tammy Duckworth.

fromConde Nast Traveler

5 hours ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.

Travel

fromTravel + Leisure

10 hours ago

Here Are the Best Ways to Track TSA Wait Times in Advance

Travelers can now track TSA airport security wait times through United Airlines' mobile app and other resources to better plan their trips.

Austin

fromEntrepreneur

People Are Charging $1,200 to Stand in Historically Long TSA Lines for Fed-Up Travelers

TSA lines are easing, but the unresolved government shutdown may cause long waits to return, prompting travelers to hire line sitters.

Retirement

TSA officers describe tears, tough choices and dwindling savings from working without pay

TSA officers face financial hardship due to a funding dispute, leading to difficult choices and high absenteeism at airports.

Some airport wait times improve as TSA workers start to get paid

TSA workers are receiving paychecks, improving airport wait times, but uncertainty remains about long-term security line normalization and immigration officer presence.

Washington DC

Trump to circumvent Congress with order to pay all DHS workers

fromsfist.com

US politics

Saturday Links: Trump Signs Executive Order to Pay TSA Officers As Shutdown Resumes

US politics

Trump says he'll sign order to pay TSA agents as Congress struggles to reach funding deal

Trump plans to sign an emergency order to pay TSA agents amid ongoing budget impasse affecting airports and workers.

Trump signs order to pay TSA workers after House GOP rejects deal to end shutdown. 'America's air travel system has reached its breaking point' | Fortune

Trump signed an executive action to pay TSA employees amid a prolonged DHS shutdown affecting air travel and federal workers.

fromAxios

Trump to circumvent Congress with order to pay all DHS workers

Trump plans to pay all DHS employees directly, bypassing Congress amid ongoing government shutdown negotiations.

fromsfist.com

Saturday Links: Trump Signs Executive Order to Pay TSA Officers As Shutdown Resumes

Trump signed an executive order to pay TSA officers immediately amid a government shutdown and high absentee rates.

Trump says he'll sign order to pay TSA agents as Congress struggles to reach funding deal

Trump plans to sign an emergency order to pay TSA agents amid ongoing budget impasse affecting airports and workers.

Trump signs order to pay TSA workers after House GOP rejects deal to end shutdown. 'America's air travel system has reached its breaking point' | Fortune

Trump signed an executive action to pay TSA employees amid a prolonged DHS shutdown affecting air travel and federal workers.

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#government-shutdown

fromABC7 San Francisco

San Francisco

TSA workers get temporary financial relief as Coast Guard civilians work with no pay during shutdown

3 weeks ago

SF politics

The TSA staff shortage is dragging on at U.S. airports. Some experts say privatization is the solution

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.

fromPOLITICO

US politics

The DHS shutdown might never end

US airports scramble with TSA staffing shortages amid partial government shutdown

Over one-third of TSA screeners at Atlanta's airport missed work during a government shutdown, causing two-hour security lines as 61,000 DHS employees work without pay.

Airline CEOs urge Congress to end shutdown and pay airport TSA officers

Major US airline CEOs urge Congress to end the 29-day government shutdown affecting 50,000 unpaid TSA officers and disrupting spring break travel with long security lines.

San Francisco

fromABC7 San Francisco

TSA workers get temporary financial relief as Coast Guard civilians work with no pay during shutdown

Federal employees under the Department of Homeland Security, including Coast Guard civilians, remain unpaid during the partial government shutdown, impacting operations and morale.

SF politics

3 weeks ago

The TSA staff shortage is dragging on at U.S. airports. Some experts say privatization is the solution

Private security contractors at some U.S. airports maintain continuous operations during government shutdowns because their federal contracts ensure uninterrupted funding, unlike TSA-staffed airports that face disruptions.

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.

fromPOLITICO

The DHS shutdown might never end

The government shutdown has left tens of thousands of workers affected, with low morale and no immediate resolution in sight.

US airports scramble with TSA staffing shortages amid partial government shutdown

Over one-third of TSA screeners at Atlanta's airport missed work during a government shutdown, causing two-hour security lines as 61,000 DHS employees work without pay.

Airline CEOs urge Congress to end shutdown and pay airport TSA officers

Major US airline CEOs urge Congress to end the 29-day government shutdown affecting 50,000 unpaid TSA officers and disrupting spring break travel with long security lines.

more#government-shutdown

East Bay (California)

fromABC7 San Francisco

TSA employees to get paid Monday following Pres. Trump directive as shutdown continues

Passengers at Oakland airport faced small lines and delays, while TSA employees experienced low morale due to working without pay for weeks.

US marine detained after TSA finds live explosive round in checked bag

The marine told investigators he found the round in the field about a year ago and kept it, thinking it wasn't live. Due to extensive rust and corrosion, the round's original identifying paint markings were no longer visible, making it difficult to determine whether it was an inert training munition or a live explosive device.

Los Angeles

HHS reverses Biden-era restructuring of its IT and tech operations

HHS Chief Information Officer Clark Minor stated that consolidating the CTO, CDO, and CAIO roles within his office allows the department to move faster on shared platforms and protect systems more effectively.

Healthcare

6 hours ago

A $10 billion 'slush fund' to pay TSA agents: Trump's latest unilateral loophole, explained | Fortune

Political power in the U.S. is constitutionally vested in Congress, but Trump's actions during the government shutdown challenge this principle.

fromSFGATE

United rolls out new app feature to help navigate DHS security nightmares

United Airlines introduces an app feature to track security wait times at major hubs to help customers navigate ongoing airport delays.

#airport-security

Privacy technologies

Interest in CLEAR is surging as airport chaos continues across the US

Travelers are increasingly interested in CLEAR and other apps to bypass long airport security lines amid significant delays across the US.

Austin

Houston airport, with nearly 40% TSA sickout, becomes symbol of America's broken travel system | Fortune

Bush Intercontinental Airport faces severe security delays due to high TSA worker callout rates amid a government shutdown.

US airport lines shorten as TSA workers get paid

Airports report shorter wait times, but LaGuardia still faces delays of up to two hours amid ongoing government shutdown.

How architects design airports to handle superlong security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports result from TSA worker shortages and increased traveler numbers, prompting airports to adapt design for better management.

fromThe New Yorker

What Was Behind the T.S.A. Meltdown?

The airport experience deteriorated due to unpaid T.S.A. agents, leading to unprecedented wait times and chaos for travelers.

fromWIRED

ICE Agents Frustrate Airport Workers as Shutdown Drags On

ICE agents deployed to airports to alleviate security line issues are not properly trained, causing frustration among TSA employees and passengers.

Privacy technologies

Interest in CLEAR is surging as airport chaos continues across the US

Travelers are increasingly interested in CLEAR and other apps to bypass long airport security lines amid significant delays across the US.

Austin

Houston airport, with nearly 40% TSA sickout, becomes symbol of America's broken travel system | Fortune

Bush Intercontinental Airport faces severe security delays due to high TSA worker callout rates amid a government shutdown.

US airport lines shorten as TSA workers get paid

Airports report shorter wait times, but LaGuardia still faces delays of up to two hours amid ongoing government shutdown.

How architects design airports to handle superlong security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports result from TSA worker shortages and increased traveler numbers, prompting airports to adapt design for better management.

fromThe New Yorker

What Was Behind the T.S.A. Meltdown?

The airport experience deteriorated due to unpaid T.S.A. agents, leading to unprecedented wait times and chaos for travelers.

fromWIRED

ICE Agents Frustrate Airport Workers as Shutdown Drags On

ICE agents deployed to airports to alleviate security line issues are not properly trained, causing frustration among TSA employees and passengers.

more#airport-security

#dhs

4 hours ago

US politics

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

US politics

Senate Republicans Might Be Tricking Trump Into Ending the TSA Disaster

fromIntelligencer

US politics

Who Will Blink First on Paying TSA Agents?

4 hours ago

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

The Department of Homeland Security's intelligence office faces consolidation and potential workforce reductions under Trump's proposed budget for 2027.

Senate Republicans Might Be Tricking Trump Into Ending the TSA Disaster

Congress is considering a plan to end the DHS shutdown and address airport security lines amid election season pressures.

fromIntelligencer

Who Will Blink First on Paying TSA Agents?

Airports face severe delays due to TSA staffing issues linked to the DHS funding standoff over immigration enforcement reforms.

ICE officers could remain at airports after TSA workers are paid

ICE agents may stay at airports even after TSA workers receive paychecks, depending on TSA staffing levels.

You'll keep seeing ICE agents at airports until TSA is back to 100%, border czar says

ICE agents will remain at US airports until operations return to normal amid ongoing TSA staffing issues.

ICE agents can make twice the salary of TSA employees-and economists warn their pay is more 'shutdown proof' than other government jobs | Fortune

ICE agents are performing TSA duties during the government shutdown while still receiving pay, highlighting significant pay disparities between the two groups.

fromwww.npr.org

ICE officers could remain at airports after TSA workers are paid

ICE agents may stay at airports even after TSA workers receive paychecks, depending on TSA staffing levels.

You'll keep seeing ICE agents at airports until TSA is back to 100%, border czar says

ICE agents will remain at US airports until operations return to normal amid ongoing TSA staffing issues.

ICE agents can make twice the salary of TSA employees-and economists warn their pay is more 'shutdown proof' than other government jobs | Fortune

ICE agents are performing TSA duties during the government shutdown while still receiving pay, highlighting significant pay disparities between the two groups.

TSA workers may receive pay soon. And, Israel plans to expand its invasion of Lebanon

Israel is expanding its invasion of Lebanon, causing significant displacement and casualties amid ongoing regional tensions.

#congress

fromThe Atlantic

2 days ago

US politics

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

fromwww.npr.org

US politics

Congress loses a flying perk as DHS shutdown continues

fromThe Atlantic

2 days ago

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.

fromwww.npr.org

Congress loses a flying perk as DHS shutdown continues

Members of Congress will lose special flight services from Delta Airlines due to the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

US news

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approved Homeland Security funds for TSA and other agencies, excluding immigration enforcement, amid ongoing budget impasse affecting travel and workers.

Senate strikes a deal to fund TSA. Here's where ICE and other agencies stand on the budget impasse

Senate approved Homeland Security funds for TSA and other agencies, excluding immigration enforcement, amid ongoing budget impasse affecting travel and workers.

As airport lines snarl, senators find a potential breakthrough in Homeland Security stalemate

Senators are negotiating a Homeland Security funding proposal that excludes ICE's enforcement operations amid ongoing budget disputes.

Bill to fund Homeland Security fails again as concern grows about airport lines

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security failed in the Senate due to Democratic opposition and concerns over airport screening delays.

fromBoston.com

US news

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

Senate approved Homeland Security funds for TSA and other agencies, excluding immigration enforcement, amid ongoing budget impasse affecting travel and workers.

Senate strikes a deal to fund TSA. Here's where ICE and other agencies stand on the budget impasse

Senate approved Homeland Security funds for TSA and other agencies, excluding immigration enforcement, amid ongoing budget impasse affecting travel and workers.

As airport lines snarl, senators find a potential breakthrough in Homeland Security stalemate

Senators are negotiating a Homeland Security funding proposal that excludes ICE's enforcement operations amid ongoing budget disputes.

Bill to fund Homeland Security fails again as concern grows about airport lines

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security failed in the Senate due to Democratic opposition and concerns over airport screening delays.

more#homeland-security

When Will TSA Wait Times Get Back to Normal?

The DHS shutdown has become the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history, causing significant disruptions at airports.

There Was a Deal to Fund the TSA! Then Mike Johnson Got Involved.

Congress struggles to resolve the DHS shutdown, with conflicting bills and ongoing political tensions affecting airport security funding.

fromBoston.com

US news

TSA agents are working without pay at US airports due to another shutdown

US news

TSA agents are working without pay again as DHS shuts down, and experts warn of flight delays even though air traffic controllers aren't affected | Fortune

fromIntelligencer

When Will TSA Wait Times Get Back to Normal?

The DHS shutdown has become the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history, causing significant disruptions at airports.

There Was a Deal to Fund the TSA! Then Mike Johnson Got Involved.

Congress struggles to resolve the DHS shutdown, with conflicting bills and ongoing political tensions affecting airport security funding.

fromBoston.com

US news

TSA agents are working without pay at US airports due to another shutdown

US news

TSA agents are working without pay again as DHS shuts down, and experts warn of flight delays even though air traffic controllers aren't affected | Fortune

TSA crisis: Nearly 500 officers have quit, and callout rates climb at airports nationwide

Republican senators proposed funding for DHS but excluded immigration enforcement, while TSA faces significant staffing issues due to the ongoing budget impasse.

fromAxios

House passes short-term DHS funding bill

The Senate passed a DHS funding bill excluding ICE and CBP, while the House proposed a stopgap that fully funds these agencies.

TSA crisis: Nearly 500 officers have quit, and callout rates climb at airports nationwide

Republican senators proposed funding for DHS but excluded immigration enforcement, while TSA faces significant staffing issues due to the ongoing budget impasse.

fromAxios

House passes short-term DHS funding bill

The Senate passed a DHS funding bill excluding ICE and CBP, while the House proposed a stopgap that fully funds these agencies.

Kaitlan Collins Says Staffers Still Figuring Out How To Pay TSA After New Trump Promise

Trump's staff is uncertain about funding TSA agents despite his executive order during the government shutdown.

fromAdvocate.com

Senior Trump officials seem to have no idea what ICE agents are supposed to be doing at airports

There is significant confusion among top officials regarding the role of ICE agents at U.S. airports.

'Another disaster waiting to happen': Sending ICE agents into airports incites uproar as TSA wait times stretch hours long

The U.S. government shutdown has caused severe airport delays, prompting the deployment of ICE agents to assist TSA amid funding disputes.

'No practical use': TSA experts say Trump's ICE deployments won't help with airport security

Shifting ICE personnel to airports aims to alleviate TSA staffing shortages but will have minimal impact on security operations.

fromwww.mediaite.com