Airport chaos: TSA agents skip work, security lines expand, Trump sends in ICE to assist

News From The States·Mar 23

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A partial government shutdown is causing staffing shortages at airport security checkpoints, leading to long lines and delays. Some outlets report that TSA agents are skipping work or quitting, while others note that the travel industry is rallying support for unpaid TSA staff. The situation has prompted the deployment of ICE agents to some airports to assist with security.

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WABE·Mar 18

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CNBC·Mar 23

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The New York Times·Mar 16

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The Hill·Mar 21

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CBS News·Mar 11

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Politico·Mar 19

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