For airline passengers, the shutdown answer is simple: Pay TSA officers

Associated Press (AP) Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 5 min read 100% complete by By JEFF AMYMarch 21, 2026 at 06:53 PM

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On Saturday, March 21, 2026, air travelers across the United States expressed a unified desire for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employees to be paid. The sentiment was observed at airports including Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and O’Hare International Airport in Chicago. The travelers' concern stemmed from a government shutdown impacting TSA agents' pay. The Associated Press documented the situation with photos and video, highlighting the widespread impact on air travel and passenger sentiment. The shutdown raised concerns about the potential effects on airport security and efficiency.

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Everybody got bills they have to pay, and it’s horrible.

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American air travelers were unified by one desire Saturday: It’s time to pay Transportation Security Administration employees.

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AP News ×630% Kiichiro Sat0 40% American 40% Jeff Amy ×250% Chicago 50% O’Hare International Airport 60% Ty ONeil ×360% Las Vegas ×260% Harry Reid International Airport ×370% Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ×270% Transportation Security Administration ×790%

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Harry Reid International Airport

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