Democrats, Republicans trade blame as major US airports continue to see hours-long security lines

Democrats and Republicans traded blame as long security lines continued at major US airports due to staffing shortages during the ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer accused Republicans of blocking TSA funding multiple times, while President Donald Trump blamed Democrats, saying they were responsible for the disruption.

The shutdown stems from a political deadlock over immigration enforcement reforms following controversial shootings involving federal agents in Minneapolis, which intensified tensions in Congress.

With DHS funding expired since mid-February, agencies like the TSA, Coast Guard, and FEMA have been strained. Many TSA workers are going unpaid, leading to staffing shortages, longer wait times, and growing complaints from travelers nationwide.

Credit : CGTN