Monday, March 23, 2026-President Donald Trump says he will order federal immigration officers to help with airport security if Democrats do not agree to end the ongoing government shutdown.
The move comes as staffing shortages and long security lines continue to disrupt travel across the country.
The plan would involve deploying officers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement to support the Transportation Security Administration at airports.
The shutdown has left many TSA workers unpaid, leading to reduced staffing and increased delays at major hubs. According to reports, some airports have seen wait times stretch for hours as employees call out or resign due to the funding lapse.
Trump has framed the proposal as a necessary step to maintain security and keep airports running, while critics argue it is a political response to pressure Democrats to pass a funding deal.
The standoff in Congress over Department of Homeland Security funding remains unresolved, with both sides blaming each other for the disruption.
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