Transportation Secretary Considers Firing Absent Air Traffic Controllers Amid Shutdown
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During the US government shutdown, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy threatened to fire absent air traffic controllers, blaming a small subset for causing significant flight delays and cancellations, while emphasizing that only those who do not show up for work will not be paid. The shutdown has led to widespread disruptions at airports, delays, and potential delays in federal worker pay, with ongoing political disagreements hindering a resolution.
Topics:top-news#air-traffic-controllers#federal-workers#flight-delays#government-shutdown#politics#us-airports
- Transportation Secretary may fire absent air traffic controllers BBC
- Video of Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for shutdown rolling out at TSA security checkpoints across the country CNN
- Duffy hints at firing air traffic controller ‘problem children’ amid continuing delays Politico
- DOT chief threatens to fire air traffic controllers who skip work NBC News
- Is it safe to fly during the government shutdown? What you should know. USA Today
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