As the partial government shutdown continues, frustration mounts among travelers facing long security lines across various airports in the United States. With over 300 TSA officers having resigned, many travelers report hours-long waits at security checkpoints. Notable delays have been observed in cities like Houston, New Orleans, and Las Vegas, especially with the onset of the spring break travel season. TSA workers, struggling to make ends meet as they work without pay, warn that the situation may only worsen. Lawmakers express discontent over the management of the shutdown, while the travel industry calls for immediate congressional action to resolve the crisis and ensure federal security staff are compensated. Amid these challenges, some airports continue to operate relatively smoothly, yet the anxiety over potential delays remains palpable as negotiations for an end to the shutdown appear to be at a standstill.