Kristi Noem gives $10K bonuses to TSA workers after shutdown

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced $10,000 bonus checks for TSA agents who worked during the recent 43-day government shutdown while visiting Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Noem emphasized the importance of recognizing TSA officials’ dedication and patriotism during the hardship. The initiative, supported by President Trump, aims to acknowledge those who continued serving without pay, with similar bonuses proposed for air traffic controllers. She expressed gratitude for the DHS employees’ resilience and commitment to national safety.

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