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TSA Agents Face Hardship During Government Shutdown

First article: 25 mar. 2026, 22:19 | Last update: 25 mar. 2026, 22:19 | 1 source | 1 article

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The prolonged government shutdown is taking a toll on TSA agents, who are deemed essential workers but are not receiving paychecks. Reports indicate that some agents are resorting to donating blood for income and sleeping in their cars due to financial constraints. This situation highlights the severe impact of government shutdowns on public servants and the potential risks to national security as morale and resources dwindle.

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TSA agents are donating blood and sleeping in their cars as DHS shutdown drags on Foto: The Independent
The Independent 25 mar. 2026, 22:19 (2 hours ago)

TSA agents are donating blood and sleeping in their cars as DHS shutdown drags on

Some TSA officers have called out of work because they cannot afford to top-up the gas in their car to get to the airport

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