"They're showing up. They're doing their job, and they're not getting paid. It's not just unfair. It's reckless. You can't run an industry with $3 trillion in economic impact on IOUs."
"We're going to see sick outs. We're going to see screeners who love their jobs but are going to be forced to look for other jobs. TSA is going to do their very best to try and keep those lines moving, but they're not going to sacrifice safety. And that means people should be prepared as this drags out for longer lines."
A three-week Department of Homeland Security shutdown has left approximately 64,000 TSA employees working without pay during the busy spring break travel season. Travel industry leaders warn Congress that unpaid essential workers historically increase absences, citing financial hardship. This could result in longer airport security lines and operational disruptions for the $3 trillion travel industry. Additionally, the suspension of Global Entry, a customs program for pre-approved travelers, forces all passengers through standard screening, further straining resources. Industry executives emphasize the situation is both unfair and reckless, urging lawmakers to resolve the budget stalemate before widespread worker absences compromise airport efficiency and safety.
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