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Trump Orders Emergency Pay for TSA Workers Amid Airport Disruptions. President Donald Trump has ordered emergency payments for around 50,000 airport security workers as a government shutdown continues to disrupt travel across the United States. The move comes after hundreds of Transportation Security Administration officers quit and thousands more missed shifts, as many have gone without pay since February due to a funding deadlock in Congress. Airports nationwide have been hit with long security lines and delays, especially during the busy spring-break travel season. Trump says he has directed the Department of Homeland Security to immediately compensate TSA workers, calling the situation an emergency. However, lawmakers from both parties say the move may only be a temporary fix, with questions still surrounding how the payments will be funded legally. The ongoing dispute centers on disagreements over immigration enforcement policies, which have stalled broader funding for the department. Meanwhile, federal agents have been deployed to assist at airports, helping manage crowds and support security operations. Officials warn that without a long-term solution, staffing shortages could worsen—raising the risk of further travel chaos in the weeks ahead.
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