During Government Shutdown, Air Traffic Controllers, TSA Agents At Philadelphia International Work Without Pay

CBS Philadelphia

October 2, 2025

There was nothing out of the ordinary for travelers at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday, the first day of the government shutdown, but there was an unease among Transportation Safety Administration agents, who won't collect their salaries until the shutdown is over.

"My problem is, I feel like innocent people that aren't getting paychecks are affected by government decisions," said Kathy Ranniger, who was headed to Iowa with her husband.

TSA agents at PHL worked as usual, moving people through the lines, scanning IDs and inspecting baggage.

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