Department of Homeland Security Funding and TSA Operations
Where Things Stand
The Senate passed a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security and end a partial government shutdown that left TSA workers without pay. This legislation restores money for airport security to stop the long travel delays caused by the funding standoff. President Trump has now ordered the agency to fix staffing shortages to prevent further disruptions at airports.
Key Statements
“The Senate passed legislation to fund the Department of Homeland Security, aiming to end a partial government shutdown and resolve unpaid status for TSA workers.”
Confirms the legislative action taken to restore funding and pay employees.
“President Trump directs the Department of Homeland Security to address TSA funding and staffing issues following a partial government shutdown.”
Shows the executive branch's response to the staffing crisis caused by the shutdown.
News
House GOP plots clean DHS stopgap, signaling rejection of Senate deal
Funding TSA won't fix long airport lines overnight | CNN
I canceled my flight and paid $200 for a 20-hour train to avoid TSA airport chaos -- and I'd do it again
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