TSA, FEMA, parts of ICE could get funding as lawmakers near shutdown deal

As spring break begins, major airports across the country are experiencing hours-long security lines due to unpaid TSA agents, many of whom have quit or called out sick during the ongoing partial government shutdown. Congressional leaders are negotiating a deal focused on funding TSA, FEMA, and parts of ICE that combat trafficking, but not immigration enforcement, following incidents that have intensified partisan divisions. Democrats appear open to this proposal, while newly confirmed Homeland Secretary Markwayne Mullin will oversee any resulting changes. Meanwhile, ICE agents are assisting at airports, sometimes handling luggage or observing operations, as the crisis continues.