Several airports are refusing to display a video from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem about the government shutdown. The video blames congressional Democrats for the shutdown's impact on TSA operations and unpaid employees. This decision stems from concerns that the video violates the Hatch Act, a law prohibiting partisan political activity by federal employees. Airports typically show DHS videos focused on safety and travel, not political messaging. Major airports like Seattle, Portland, and Charlotte have confirmed they will not show the video. These airports cite their policies against displaying political content on airport screens as reasoning. Port of Portland indicated the Hatch Act clearly prevents using public assets for political messaging. Noem's message highlights issues with TSA staffing and the impact of the shutdown. Some officials, like Westchester County's executive, criticized the video as inappropriate. The video's release coincides with staffing shortages at airports caused by the government shutdown. Many TSA workers are working without pay.