LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — ICE agents will not be deployed to Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas as the White House attempts to tackle TSA wait times across the country.
An airport spokesperson confirmed to FOX5 on Monday that federal agents will not be present, though TSA workers will continue to work without pay.
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This news comes as airports across the country are reporting around 10% of TSA workers calling out during the Homeland Security shutdown that started last month.
The White House announced Monday that ICE agents were deployed to 14 airports around the country, including:
- Chicago-O’Hare International Airport
- Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (New York)
- LaGuardia Airport (New York)
- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
- Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan, Puerto Rico)
- Newark Liberty International Airport
- Philadelphia International Airport
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
- Pittsburgh International Airport
- Southwest Florida International Airport (Fort Myers, Florida)
- Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport
For workers in Las Vegas, a food pantry will remain available at Harry Reid throughout the shutdown. Those looking to donate items are asked to bring household supplies, baby diapers, formula, and other necessities.
Companies and organizations interested in donating can coordinate drop-offs through the Airport Control Center at (702) 261-7157.
Drop-off hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Distribution of items is based on available inventory and while supplies last.
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