Senators consider deal to fund Homeland Security but not ICE enforcement
US Senators are considering a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE removal operations. The proposal aims to end the budget stalemate, which has caused staffing shortages and long wait times at airports.
The US Senate is discussing a proposal to fund the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE removal operations. This move aims to end the budget stalemate affecting the department. The shutdown has caused staffing shortages, with over 450 TSA agents quitting and nearly 11% of TSA workers missing work on Monday. Airports like Houston's George Bush Intercontinental and Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson have seen significant disruptions, with wait times averaging around four hours. Some airports have closed TSA PreCheck and priority lanes due to the shortage. Travelers are advised to check airport websites and social media for updates on wait times and plan accordingly. The deal would fund much of the department, including TSA workers who are currently going without pay.
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