President Trump announced he will bypass Congress and use executive authority to ensure unpaid TSA agents receive their wages amid the government shutdown, citing a “National Emergency” caused by Democratic obstruction.
TSA agents have faced severe financial hardship, leading to mass resignations (over 480 officers) and absentee rates exceeding 11%, resulting in hours-long security delays and stranded travelers.
The White House confirmed payments will come from Trump’s 2025 tax legislation funds, similar to past shutdown measures where he ensured military personnel were paid despite congressional gridlock.
Republicans offered a “final” proposal to fund most of DHS except ICE deportation operations, but Democrats demand stricter ICE oversight (ID badges, warrants, etc.), which Republicans reject.
While Trump’s order provides temporary relief, long-term DHS funding remains unresolved, with Democrats refusing compromise and airports bracing for worsening delays during Memorial Day travel surges.
President Donald Trump announced Thursday, March 26, he will sign an executive order directing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to immediately pay Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents, who have gone without paychecks for weeks amid a government funding standoff.
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