DENVER — Due to the government shutdown, Transportation Security Administration agents and air traffic controllers at Denver International Airport are working without pay.

The shutdown began Wednesday after President Donald Trump and Congress failed to reach a deal to continue funding government services and operations.

On Wednesday, security lines were operating as usual.

“I flew in today from Baltimore, and I was worried that there would be long lines at TSA, but there really weren’t,” said traveler Jenny Wingrat.

But turbulent times are ahead.

On a post on X on Wednesday, TSA confirmed an extended government shutdown could mean longer wait times.

TSA workers are considered essential, so they are now required to continue working without pay.

During the last shutdown, many worker

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