Travelers face long lines at airports after TSA workers miss first full paycheck

March 16, 2026

TL;DR

TSA staffing shortages are causing long lines at airports across the U.S. due to the government shutdown.
TSA employees missed their first full paycheck on Friday.
Over 300 TSA employees have quit, and call-out rates have more than doubled.
Airports in Minneapolis, Austin, and Atlanta have experienced significant delays.
Airlines for America and airline CEOs are urging Congress to pay TSA employees.
Both Democrats and Republicans are blaming each other for the ongoing shutdown.

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