White House budget would cut thousands of TSA jobs: What to know

The Hill
by Sarah Fortinsky
April 8, 2026
2 min read

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President Trump's 2027 budget proposes cutting thousands of TSA jobs to privatize airport security.

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The proposed privatization of TSA could alter airport security procedures and potentially affect travel experiences and costs.

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President Trump’s 2027 budget proposal includes cuts to thousands of Transportation Security Administration (TSA) jobs. This move is part of a broader effort by the White House to privatize the agency, which was founded in 2001 and operates under the Department of Homeland Security. Conservatives advocate for outsourcing airport security to contractors, believing it will reduce costs and enhance efficiency. The proposed cuts would significantly alter the structure of airport security operations nationwide.

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President Trump's 2027 budget proposal includes plans to cut TSA jobs and privatize the agency.

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