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UNBELIEVABLE: 15 - The Untold Story

Mass TSA exodus and callouts blamed for hours-long delay at US airports

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The Independent UK

More than 300 TSA staff have quit since latest shutdown began as Americans face more travel chaos

Around 50,000 employees will be required to work without pay until the end of the DHS shutdown, according to internal TSA statistics

The Independent UK

'ICE Barbie' Kristi Noem Creates Chaos: Hundreds of TSA Staff Quit as DHS Shutdown Hits US Airports

More than 300 TSA employees have left during the DHS shutdown, with unpaid staff shortages now contributing to long airport security queues across the US. Kristi Noem's department continues to absorb the fallout as spring break travel collides with Washington's funding deadlock.

International Business Times UK

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The government shutdown has caused huge delays at airport security. Some states have a solution

Can private contractors shield airport security operations from government shutdowns that can disrupt U.S. air travel?

The Independent UK

Five-hour airport waits?! US gov’t shutdown causes traveler ‘chaos’ and Spring Break isn’t even in full swing

Frustrated passengers traveling for Spring Break said they were not aware of the partial government shutdown until they stepped foot in airport terminals, where they waited hours to get through TSA

The Independent UK

Travel Alert: How Federal Staffing Shortages Could Disrupt Flights at Sky Harbor

You booked your spring break getaway months ago, but arriving at the airport only to find a line stretching out the door is a nightmare scenario. The partial government shutdown of 2026 has created a massive ripple effect across the country. Specifically, federal staffing shortages are now a direct threat…

Budget and the Bees

Senate Democrat petitions to ‘pass those funding bills’ for DHS, but to deny ICE any further funding

Democrats plan for ICE to be left out in the cold

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Long airport lines highlight concerns about unpaid security officers in the shutdown

The hourslong security lines at a handful of U.S. airports this week highlight the potential problems when a government shutdown coincides with the busy spring break travel season

The Independent UK

Man gets to the airport for snowboarding trip. Then he takes a closer look at his passport. What can he do?: ‘How do people manage this?’

It’s pretty easy to forget something major when preparing for a big trip.

The Mary Sue

Critics Hammered Trump After Clips Of Him Golfing With Friends Emerge As 7th US Service Member Dies In Iran War

Donald Trump faces criticism for golfing while US soldiers die in the Iran war he ordered. The backlash highlights political tensions and public outrage.

International Business Times UK

Outsourced call centre sweeps Centrelink customer privacy breaches ‘under the rug’, staff allege

Workers accuse government-contracted Telco Services Australia of fabricating performance statistics, denying adequate breaks and penalising staff for taking leave

The Guardian - AU

‘Very alarming’: Laura Loomer says she feels ‘unsafe’ seeing Muslim workers at US airport amid Iran war

Far-right activist Laura Loomer expressed feeling "unsafe" due to the number of Muslim workers at US airports, citing her experience in Atlanta. She questioned why Muslims are employed as TSA agents and airport staff, stating her belief that there are "too many Muslims in America.

The Times of India

Republicans issue a stark warning tied to Iran as they push Democrats to fold on DHS funding

Republicans say that Iran is a serious threat, requiring DHS to have funding for their agencies.

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DHS Shutdown Leaves TSA and Other Security Workers Unpaid Despite Fears of Iran Retaliation

Homeland security employees face missed paychecks amid rising tensions with Iran.

International Business Times UK

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International Business Times UK

Watchdog Claims Kristi Noem Ended Shoes-Off Rule Despite TSA Warning That Scanners Can't Fully Scan Shoes

A watchdog claims that Kristi Noem ignored warnings that allowing passengers to keep their shoes on at airport security could create significant risks, a finding she denies.

The Independent UK

Kristi Noem accused of creating ‘significant’ security risks with policy allowing passengers to wear shoes in airport security

When Noem’s office was informed of the security issue, it blocked the findings from being made public, according to a report

The Independent UK

White House reportedly intervened to stop Kristi Noem pausing TSA PreCheck amid government shutdown

Department reversed course over plan to temporarily suspend program in response to congressional impasse over funding placing a strain on its resources

The Independent UK

Is TSA PreCheck running? What travelers need to know amid the shutdown

TSA PreCheck was temporarily paused on Saturday night, leading to widespread confusion

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Homeland Security decides America needs to suffer to balance government shutdown, but common sense managed to squeeze in

Using the general public in their "political football."

International Business Times UK

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Shows Off Husband Amid Affair Rumours With Senior Aide Corey Lewandowski

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem posted a rare video of her husband at an airport amid persistent rumours about her relationship with senior aide Corey Lewandowski.

The Independent UK

Travel chaos warning as US Global Entry suspended amid partial government shutdown

DHS confirms Global Entry is suspended amid the partial government shutdown

International Business Times UK

TSA PreCheck Shutdown: What to Expect as Fast-Track Lines Vanish Nationwide

Discover the impact of the sudden TSA PreCheck shutdown on travelers and the political backlash it has sparked.

Roll Call

This week: Snow delays congressional business before State of the Union

Congress called off Monday evening votes as a snowstorm hit the Northeast, but the State of the Union remains on track for Tuesday evening.

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Is TSA PreCheck Worth It in 2026?

You may just save some time.

The Independent UK

TSA says PreCheck ‘remains operational’ after DHS said it was ending program during shutdown

Trump administration previously said it was suspending expedited check-in program as part of ‘emergency measures to preserve limited funds’ during ongoing partial government shutdown

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