TSA Maintains Security Operations Amidst Ongoing DHS Funding Deadlock

As Congress remains deadlocked over Department of Homeland Security funding, the TSA continues to enforce security protocols and seize contraband during the government shutdown.

2 articles, 1 post·February 26 – March 7, 2026

Key Points

The TSA is maintaining security operations despite a partial government shutdown caused by a DHS funding deadlock in Congress.
Security personnel continue to seize weapons and contraband while facing challenges like employee furloughs and delayed pay.
Legislative negotiations remain ongoing as Congress struggles to resolve the funding impasse for the Department of Homeland Security.

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Despite the Democrat’s DHS shutdown, the brave men and women of @TSA are working around the clock to keep travelers SAFE. Their work is critical to protecting our homeland and national security. Last year alone, TSA officers detected nearly 11,500 dangerous or prohibited items through all screenings, confiscated 6,669 firearms, fielded 313 bomb threats, and seized 2,190 drugs and contraband items. The political games must end. It’s time to get these heroes the pay they have earned and the financial stability they deserve. https://t.co/fAibXhP4je

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