Starting Monday, ICE agents will be deployed to assist with security at U.S. airports as TSA wait times have surged due to staffing shortages amid a partial government shutdown. Tom Homan, the border czar, confirmed the deployment, indicating that the agents will support airport security operations. This decision comes as President Trump insists on the need for additional personnel to ease long lines for travelers. However, some officials and unions express concern over the effectiveness and appropriateness of using ICE for these tasks, suggesting it may not significantly alleviate the current airport security challenges.