2026-03-17 15:15:19
U.S. Government Funding Shortfall Continues; TSA Officials Say Small Airports May Be Forced to Close Due to Security Staffing Shortages
Trump administration officials warned that if funding shortages persist, some smaller airports could face shutdowns in the coming weeks. Due to the government shutdown, 50,000 security personnel continue working without pay, causing a 10% absenteeism rate. If conditions worsen, serious measures such as airport closures may be taken.