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The DOT avoided initial layoffs during the shutdown, but air traffic controllers face partial pay, with more cuts possible if funding isn't restored.
The U.S. Department of Transportation avoided layoffs in the first round of government shutdown cuts, unlike agencies such as Treasury and Health and Human Services, according to a court filing.
Air traffic controllers will receive partial pay this week due to the funding lapse.
House Speaker Mike Johnson proposed emergency payments, while Senate Majority Leader John Thune called for reopening the government.
NATCA President Nick Daniels denied controllers caused the shutdown, stating delays existed beforehand and that sick leave use is permitted for valid reasons.
Further layoffs at DOT remain possible if the shutdown continues.
El DOT evitó los despidos iniciales durante el cierre, pero los controladores de tráfico aéreo enfrentan un pago parcial, con más posibles recortes si no se restablecen los fondos.