Why are so many Americans forced to work standing up – unlike their president? | Arwa Mahdawi
Summary
The Trump administration has removed chairs at TSA document checking stations, requiring agents to stand while working. This policy follows a long tradition in the U.S. where many workers, like supermarket cashiers, must stand on the job, unlike their European counterparts who often get to sit.Key Facts
- TSA staff at U.S. airports are no longer allowed to sit at travel document checking stations.
- The government says standing improves professionalism and security.
- Border patrol and customs officers do not have the same standing-only rule.
- Many U.S. workers, including supermarket cashiers, have traditionally had to stand while working.
- The U.S. has fewer labor laws protecting workers’ right to sit compared to Europe.
- Aldi is an exception, providing seats to cashiers for better efficiency.
- President Donald Trump is often seen sitting or resting while working at his desk.
- During government shutdowns in Trump’s second term, TSA agents worked without pay, while members of Congress continued to receive salaries unless they chose not to.
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