How a DHS shutdown affects different components and employees
How a DHS shutdown affects different components and employees  
Podcast: The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Published On: Wed Feb 18 2026
Description: The Department of Homeland Security is in shutdown mode, but most DHS employees are continuing to work through the lapse in appropriations. Many DHS personnel will also have to work without pay until the White House and lawmakers negotiate a funding deal. For more, Federal News Network’s Justin Doubleday joins meSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.