Trump Orders DHS to Pay TSA Agents Amid Funding Deadlock President Donald Trump announced Thursday he will sign an executive order directing the Department of Homeland Security to immediately pay Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents, aiming to resolve a government funding impasse that has left thousands of workers unpaid and caused severe delays at airports. The move comes as Congress remains deadlocked over a budget deal to fund DHS, which has led to a partial government shutdown since February 14. Over 46,000 TSA employees are at risk of missing their second paycheck this weekend, with many having worked without pay for over a month. The order, which Trump described as a response to “Democrat Chaos” at airports, instructs Secretary Markwayne Mullin to prioritize TSA compensation. However, legal experts question the president’s authority to unilaterally fund the agency. Max Stier, CEO of the Partnership for Public Service, noted that Trump’s decision to act without congressional approval raises questions about the legality of the move. “This has been a problem for over a month now,” Stier said, adding that the president’s past actions have often pushed legal boundaries. The funding impasse has left TSA struggling to manage security operations, with long lines at major airports and staff shortages. Over 500 TSA officers have resigned during the shutdown, and thousands more have called out, exacerbating delays. Meanwhile, other DHS divisions, such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), continue to receive payments from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a law signed by Trump in July 2025. However, these funds are earmarked for specific purposes, and redirecting them without congressional approval is legally questionable.#trump #dhs #tsa #john_fetterman #markwayne_mullin
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has publicly endorsed the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, calling the military actions "effective" and stating the war is progressing toward an "appropriate outcome." In an interview with CBS News, Fetterman emphasized that the campaign has exposed Iran’s military weaknesses, asserting that the country has been unable to inflict significant damage on American or Israeli assets. He argued that Iran’s attempts to retaliate have instead targeted Gulf nations and disrupted regional oil trade, with the U.S. administration claiming the volume of Iranian attacks has decreased due to strikes on missile launchers. Fetterman acknowledged the human toll of the conflict, noting that seven U.S. service members have been killed and 140 wounded since the war began. A particularly devastating attack on a U.S. facility in Kuwait resulted in six American deaths and severe injuries for dozens of others. The war has also severely impacted global oil markets, crippling traffic through the Strait of Hormuz—a critical route for 20% of the world’s oil—and driving prices to record highs. The senator, who described himself as the "only Democrat in the Senate" supporting the war, faced criticism for aligning with President Trump’s stance. Earlier this month, Fetterman voted against a Senate resolution aimed at blocking Trump from continuing military action against Iran, a move that drew attention given his party’s opposition to the administration. This aligns with his past actions, including voting against a similar measure in 2025. On February 28, Fetterman publicly endorsed the war effort on social media, praising Trump for prioritizing regional stability. Fetterman also claimed that Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons is a clear objective, arguing that previous U.S.#iran #strait_of_hormuz #john_fetterman #u_s_israel_conflict #joint_comprehensive_plan_of_action
Sen. John Fetterman accuses Democrats of lacking a leader and being controlled by "Trump Derangement Syndrome" Democratic Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania claimed during an appearance on the "All-In Podcast" that his party lacks a clear leader and is instead governed by "Trump Derangement Syndrome," a term critics say reflects an irrational opposition to former President Donald Trump. Fetterman suggested that the Democratic Party’s actions are driven by an intense aversion to Trump, even in hypothetical scenarios where he might adopt non-political stances. When asked by host David Friedberg about the party’s leadership, Fetterman responded, “We don’t have one,” before asserting that “TDS” is the real leader. He argued that Democrats would oppose any move by Trump, even if it involved “ice cream and lazy Sundays,” framing the party’s behavior as reactive and inconsistent. Fetterman’s remarks drew comparisons to the term “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” which has been used by his supporters to describe an extreme, often unwarranted hostility toward Trump. The senator also defended his support for Operation Epic Fury, the U.S. military strike against Iran, calling it a necessary action to hold the Iranian regime accountable. He stated he is “literally the only Democrat in America, in Congress, that’s saying it’s a great thing to break and destroy the Iranian regime.” Fetterman emphasized his commitment to prioritizing national interests over partisan divides, declaring, “Picking country over party is never wrong.” In a separate post on X, Fetterman expressed pride in his support for Israel, referencing the country’s military actions during the October 7 conflict. He reiterated his alignment with Israel and the U.S. military’s role in the region.#iran #operation_epic_fury #democratic_party #john_fetterman #all_in_podcast
