TSA Forced to Work Unpaid Amid Shutdown, Threatening Airport Security and American Travel

On the eve of yet another government shutdown, essential Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents nationwide find themselves trapped in an intolerable position: working without pay while Congress deadlocks over Homeland Security funding. This isn’t just a bureaucratic squabble; it strikes at the heart of our nation’s security and economic vitality. How Long Will America’s Safety Be Held Hostage? The shutdown that took effect Saturday cripples the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which oversees TSA operations responsible for safeguarding millions of Americans traveling through our airports daily. While air traffic controllers under the Federal Aviation Administration continue receiving paychecks—averting a total...