BREAKING: Federal law enforcement agents, including those from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), will receive a special “super check” by October 22 during the ongoing government shutdown. This urgent update comes as most federal workers continue to face financial uncertainty, with many approaching their fourth week without pay.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed that over 70,000 law enforcement officers, including border patrol agents, deportation officers, special agents, and air marshals, will be compensated for both their current pay cycle and the initial days of the shutdown. This compensation will also cover any overtime worked during this period.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized the administration’s commitment to law enforcement, stating, “President Trump and I will always stand by law enforcement, and today we are keeping our promise to support them by making sure they are paid during the Democrats’ shutdown.”
The funds for these payments are drawn from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which allocates billions to support DHS’s mission to secure the U.S. borders from 2025 to 2029. This financial maneuver has been compared to utilizing a “credit card” that does not expire, allowing the administration to maintain payroll amidst the shutdown.
While military personnel began receiving paychecks earlier this month, the majority of federal workers are not as fortunate. An alarming number of employees from various agencies, including the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Centers for Disease Control, remain furloughed or are working without pay. Many of these workers have voiced concerns about their financial stability, with some expressing fear of being unable to cover basic expenses.
The situation for federal employees is dire. Johnny Jones, a TSA worker and local union president, shared the emotional toll of the shutdown, stating, “Gas stations don’t take IOUs.” He recounted conversations with colleagues who are facing the reality of their last fill-up due to the lack of funds.
Without a Senate budget agreement, the government shutdown shows no signs of resolution, raising fears of further disruptions to services, including at national parks and post offices. The longest shutdown on record lasted 35 days in 2018, leaving Americans anxious about the ongoing impacts.
As lawmakers grapple with the budget impasse, attention remains focused on the implications for federal workers and the essential services they provide. The urgency of the situation is palpable, with many hoping for a swift resolution to restore normal operations and ensure financial stability for all affected workers.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
