Travelers in US continue to face delays at airport security amid DHS shutdown

Staffing shortages intensify and lead to longer screening times as TSA workers go for weeks without pay

Many travelers across the US are continuing to face significant delays at airport security checkpoints as the homeland security department shutdown, which has affected staffing of the Transportation Security Administration, remains ongoing.

With TSA workers going for weeks without pay, staffing shortages have intensified, leading to longer screening times and growing frustration among passengers.