Pay dispute clouds a busy spring travel weekend

A busy spring-break travel weekend unfolds as the Homeland Security Department says TSA workers should start receiving paychecks on Monday after weeks of a partial government shutdown, though union officials warn of confusion over rollout. The shutdown has led to thousands of TSA staff quitting or working unpaid, contributing to long lines at major airports nationwide. ICE has deployed agents to 14 airports to assist with security and crowd management, but officials say funding alone won’t instantly end delays. Even with an end to the shutdown, it could take days to restore full staffing and remove the lines, as House Republicans push a short-term DHS funding bill and Senate Democrats push back amid ongoing disputes. Public support and donations have helped TSA workers cope, with several workers describing financial strain and some taking second jobs while awaiting pay.