“The Democrat shutdown is dangerous and disgraceful. Once again, Democrats are proving they care more about illegal immigrant criminals than the safety and security of American citizens.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke about the painful impact of the Democrat shutdown of American Security on TSA agents and their families.

Click HERE to watch Senator Barrasso’s remarks.

Sen. Barrasso’s remarks as prepared:

“For five weeks, TSA agents have not gotten paid. Most continue to show up for work anyway. These TSA agents are struggling. They need to provide for their families.

“As a result of the Democrat shutdown, some TSA agents are calling in sick or seeking new employment.

“On Sunday, nearly 3,500 TSA agents were absent from work. More than 400 have quit since the shutdown began on February 13.

“It is worse when you look city by city.

“In Atlanta, Georgia, 42 percent of TSA agents did not show up for work on Sunday.

“In Houston, Texas, 40 percent were absent.

“In New York City, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, one in four TSA agents were absent.

“This is why we see long lines at the airport.

“Immediately funding the Department of Homeland Security is the only way to end this shutdown.

“The Democrat shutdown is dangerous and disgraceful. Once again, Democrats are proving they care more about illegal immigrant criminals than the safety and security of American citizens.”

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