TSA Agents Receive $10,000 Bonuses from DHS and Governor Noem for Service During Record-Long Government Shutdown
TSA agents received $10,000 bonuses from DHS and Governor Noem for exceptional service during the record-long government shutdown, an action commended by President Trump.
Overview
- Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents were awarded $10,000 bonuses for their exceptional and dedicated service during a recent federal funding lapse.
- South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem recognized and rewarded TSA agents, providing these significant financial incentives for their unwavering commitment during the shutdown.
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) also awarded $10,000 bonuses to TSA agents, acknowledging their 'above and beyond' efforts during the challenging period.
- These bonuses were specifically for their work during the government shutdown, which lasted 42 days, 22 hours, and 25 minutes, making it the longest in U.S. history.
- Governor Noem's decision to support federal employees directly impacted by national funding disputes garnered public commendation from President Trump.
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TSA agents received $10,000 bonuses as recognition for their exceptional service and dedication during the record-long government shutdown, when they continued working without pay to maintain airport security.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the $10,000 bonuses for TSA agents, with support from the Department of Homeland Security and public commendation from President Trump.
The government shutdown lasted 43 days, making it the longest in U.S. history, during which over 800,000 federal workers, including TSA agents, went without pay.
The shutdown caused the FAA to cut flight capacity by 10%, led to over 9,000 canceled flights, and economists estimate it cost the economy up to $15 billion.
President Trump publicly commended Governor Kristi Noem for her direct support of federal employees affected by the national funding dispute.
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