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TSA lines stretch for hours as Trump deploys ICE agents to US airports

TSA lines stretched for hours at major U.S. airports as agents went unpaid during a partial shutdown.
ICE agents were deployed in multiple cities, though officials said the move was not for immigration enforcement.
Officials clarified the deployment was to support operational needs, not to conduct immigration enforcement.
Travelers described long lines wrapping through terminals and curb areas at Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Passengers reported missed flights and delays due to the congestion and service disruptions.
Several ICE agents were visibly present in Atlanta terminals during the disruption.
The incident affected major hubs in the New York area, including JFK, Newark, and LaGuardia.
The president claimed immigration agents could help manage long lines, but officials indicated limited impact in Atlanta.
Airport staff attempted to herd crowds as lines extended into public areas and curbside spaces.

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