Transportation Security Administration employees missed their first full paycheck Friday as the partial government shutdown continued into its second week, affecting airport operations across the United States.

TSA officers have been working without compensation since the Department of Homeland Security shut down operations last month. The agency is considered essential, requiring employees to report to work despite the lack of pay.

Travelers nationwide experienced significantly longer security lines and delays as the TSA grappled with staffing shortages. The agency reported employee resignations as workers faced financial pressure from the missed paychecks.

Airports in major cities saw extended wait times at security checkpoints, with some passengers reporting delays of over an hour. The staffing challenges have created bottlenecks during what is typically a busy travel period.

The Transportation Security Administration employs approximately 60,000 workers nationwide who screen passengers and baggage at airports. These employees are classified as essential personnel, meaning they must continue working during the shutdown despite not receiving their regular wages.

The ongoing situation has raised concerns about airport security and travel efficiency as the shutdown enters its second week with no immediate resolution in sight.