As travelers face hours-long waits and missed flights across U.S. airports, ICE agents have been deployed to assist in security screenings during the ongoing partial government shutdown. Despite the arrival of ICE agents, airport officials report that long lines persist, with wait times stretching up to six hours. Passengers express frustration with the situation, while some TSA workers are dissatisfied with the presence of untrained, armed ICE agents in place of their regular paychecks. President Trump has suggested that the deployment of ICE is intended to alleviate congestion at airport security; however, reactions from travelers and TSA employees reveal widespread concern over the effectiveness and appropriateness of using ICE in this capacity. The government shutdown continues to create challenges at various airports, leading to debates about the roles of ICE and TSA in maintaining security and efficiency.