TSA Shutdown: Houston Airport's 2-Hour Lines

0:00Travelers at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport dealt with massive TSA security lines this week as 36% of officers stayed, home amid a government shutdown halting their paychecks. The partial shutdown stems from a funding deadlock for the Department of Homeland Security, which runs TSA and immigration enforcement. Republicans offered a plan to cover most operations except deportations, but Democrats insist on reforms first. Security passengers vented about weights stretching two hours or more, including former attorney general Bill Barr, yet most blamed lawmakers instead. Of the unpaid workers still showing up to help, the administration shifted ICE agents and other security staff to 14 busy airports nationwide, speeding up some checkpoints. Airlines report fares climbing 15 to 20% from higher cost, though summer bookings remain strong. Lawmakers continue talks with hopes for a swift resolution to ease the crunch.

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