Giant queues at airports in the USA after mass resignation of security agents

Airports in the United States are facing extremely long lines at security checks, after over 480 agents from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) resigned following the partial government shutdown in February. Approximately 50,000 agents are working without pay, which has led to major pressures on staff and the longest lines in the agency's history, with passengers waiting up to four hours to get through security. Staff absences have risen to over 10%, and at major airports, such as those in New York and Atlanta, absenteeism has exceeded 30%. President Trump has suggested sending National Guard troops to support security. Meanwhile, Republicans and Democrats are negotiating a proposal to resume TSA funding. Authorities warn that if the situation does not improve, the airport system could face difficulties in managing the anticipated high traffic for international sporting events.