TSA removes chairs from document-check stations, Guardian columnist says

Summary

The Guardian’s Arwa Mahdawi says the Trump administration has removed chairs from TSA travel document-check stations, arguing that standing reinforces professionalism and security. Mahdawi contrasts the policy with President Donald Trump sitting at his desk and notes that standing shifts are also common for US supermarket cashiers. She says Aldi cashiers are an exception, with chairs provided because it is more efficient when workers’ feet are not aching.

Timeline

1. The Guardian

   14 Oct 2026, 10:00 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian columnist Arwa Mahdawi reports that chairs were removed from TSA travel document-check stations in the name of professionalism, and questions why many US workers must stand while the president sits.