"For more than 40 days and 40 nights, the US Congress failed to come to a deal that would restart paychecks for many Department of Homeland Security employees."
"Nearly 12 percent of agents called out on Thursday, compared to a usual average of 4 percent."
"President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing DHS to pay TSA workers; the department said employees could see paychecks 'as early as Monday,' though union representatives said it could take longer than a week for agents to receive backpay."
"Consider TSA PreCheck. Those who can swing the $80 fee - good for five years - get expedited boarding, and therefore the right to stand in the security lines that seem to be moving the quickest right now."
For over 40 days, Congress could not agree on a deal to restart paychecks for Department of Homeland Security employees, leading to long security lines at airports. TSA workers faced financial struggles, with nearly 12 percent calling out sick. President Trump signed an executive order to pay TSA workers, but backpay may take longer. The situation raises concerns about airport operations during the busy spring holiday weekend, prompting advice for travelers to arrive early and consider TSA PreCheck for expedited security processing.
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