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Air traffic controllers feeling the pinch of the government shutdown

The government shutdown is taking a growing toll on air traffic controllers who are working without pay. Staffing shortages led to big delays over the weekend, raising concerns about holiday travel.

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Joel Rose is a correspondent on NPR's National Desk. He covers immigration and breaking news.
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