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Fourth Week Milestone
Shutdown continues with no immediate legislative resolution; security lines reach record lengths.
Logistics Warning
Freight forwarding associations issue advisories regarding air cargo delays and capacity constraints.
Staffing Strain
TSA reports the first significant wave of unscheduled absences at major coastal hubs.
Shutdown Begins
Federal funding for DHS expires; essential personnel begin working without pay.
A prolonged Department of Homeland Security shutdown has entered its fourth week, leading to severe staffing shortages at major U.S. airports. While passenger delays are the most visible symptom, the disruption is beginning to compromise air cargo throughput and critical supply chain security protocols.