February 27, 2026 at 11:49AM
TSA officers get fractional pay as government shutdown drags
Airport security screeners faced partial pay as the partial government shutdown continued, raising concerns about higher absenteeism, second jobs, and potential quits among TSA staff.
The delayed pay threatens airport operations and could worsen security coverage if drivers of absenteeism intensify in coming days.
Authorities and unions warned the situation could degrade screening effectiveness and passenger wait times while budget impasse persists.