Transportation Security Administration employees were forced to work without pay following government's shutdown.

5years ago

TRANSPORTATION SECURITY Administration officers are still performing during the hectic holiday season without pay after the government's shutdown.

The shutdown began Friday at midnight after a long battle between Democrats and Republicans over money for President Donald Trump's border wall, the two parties could not reach an agreement over the issue.

Transportation Security Administration employees, who are part of the Department of Homeland Security, were checking departing air travelers’ carry-on bags, as usual, During most hectic Travel Period of the Year.

the shutdown could continue until the new Congress is seated in the new year.