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SIGNAL · TSA-MELTDOWN-UP-TO-55-OF-SCREENERS-CALL-IN-SICK-AS-SHUTDOWN-WORSENS · Mar 17

TSA Meltdown: Up To 55% Of Screeners Call In Sick As Shutdown Worsens

A worsening government shutdown has led to up to 55% of TSA screeners calling in sick, causing a meltdown in airport security operations

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Up to 55% of TSA screeners have called in sick as the government shutdown continues to worsen, leading to a significant disruption in airport security operations. This high rate of absenteeism is expected to result in longer wait times and potential bottlenees at major hubs

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