March 22, 2026
Unpaid DHS workers ‘distracted’ as terror threats rise, fueling airport security concerns
Chad Wolf warns unpaid DHS workers are "distracted" amid rising terror threats, as the government shutdown strains TSA operations at major airports.
TL;DR
- Former Acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf warns that unpaid DHS workers are "distracted" due to the government shutdown.
- The shutdown leaves 100,000 DHS employees, including 50,000 TSA agents, working without pay.
- Airport operations are already strained, with travelers reporting long security lines.
- Experts fear the threat environment remains elevated, especially with recent conflicts and terror-related incidents.
- President Trump announced ICE agents will be deployed to airports to assist TSA officers.
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