Travelers are waiting hours at airport security as unpaid TSA agents stop showing up for work

A TSA agent shortage caused by the partial government shutdown has led to long lines at airport security.

RONALDO SCHEMIDT / AFP

• The partial government shutdown has caused a shortage of TSA agents.
• TSA agents are not showing up as they face their first pay period without a full paycheck.
• Travelers waited at security for up to 3 hours at some airports on Sunday.

You might not think it possible, but waiting in line at airport security is somehow getting worse.