The ongoing partial government shutdown is severely impacting airport operations across the United States, with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employees reporting unprecedented levels of stress and fatigue as they work without pay. Long security lines and chaos at numerous airports have been reported, causing frustration among travelers. Some TSA agents are quitting their jobs to prioritize their families, while others are sleeping in cars due to financial strain. Lawmakers are expressing outrage over the situation, yet negotiations over Department of Homeland Security funding are stalled. As airports brace for record spring break travel, experts warn that delays and long waits may not improve anytime soon. With reports of hours-long queues and significant staff shortages, the travel industry is calling on Congress to end the shutdown and ensure federal security workers receive their wages.