Insane video shows the mammoth TSA lines that travelers were greeted with at one of the major California airports.
The video obtained by The California Post on Tuesday morning, showed hundreds of people standing in line at the San Diego International Airport (SAN) where passengers found the line for the security checkpoint extended all the way outside the building.
People carrying backpacks, luggage, and more can be seen in the clip standing in the never-ending lines that start outside the terminal on the sidewalk before winding back into the building.
Travelers wait in long security lines at San Diego International Airport amid partial government shutdown. Pedro Colo for CA Post
Once inside, the news for air travelers was just as bad, with lines extending well into the terminal before eventually bringing passengers to where TSA agents were waiting to check their luggage.
A travel advisory posted by the airport warns travelers to expect major delays.
“Passengers traveling out of San Diego International Airport are encouraged to check their flight status before coming to SAN and plan to arrive at least 2.5 hours before their flight,” it read.
“Checkpoint wait times and flight scheduling are subject to the operations of our federal and airline partners. These operations are, at times, affected by the federal government shutdown.”
“We appreciate the ongoing commitment from TSA, FAA and our partner airlines to maintain the safety and reliability of the national transportation system during this challenging time. Our focus remains on ensuring a safe and efficient airport experience,” it continued.
The San Diego airport issued a travel warning to passengers to arrive 2.5 hours before their flight. Pedro Colo for CA Post
It comes after passengers reported misery on Sunday as lines streamed through check-in and delays showed across the departure boards at the southern California airport as the Homeland Security shutdown wreaked havoc across the country.
Pictures showed travelers at a standstill across the major hub with many seen frantically texting while they waited to be ushered forward.
Travelers across the country have been dealing with long lines amid the shutdown. David Buchan for Ca Post
San Diego Rep. Scott Peters claimed on X Sunday: “View from the San Diego airport at 6:30 this morning. It doesn’t have to be like this.
“I have a bill to pay TSA workers, Coast Guard and emergency management without adding more to ICE and Border Patrol.
“Easy, right? But Trump won’t allow it. As the DHS shutdown drags into nearly 40 days, federal workers and travelers shouldn’t have to suffer from Republican inaction.”
It comes after President Donald Trump announced plans to deploy ICE agents to major terminals across the country to fill gaps left by TSA agents.
Video showed the lines started outside the terminal. Obtained by CA Post
In a statement to the California Post, Gov. Gavin Newsom called for the immigration unit to be “reined in,” but would not comment on what he will do if officers are sent to California sites.
The California Post has reached out to the San Diego airport for further comment.