Homeland Security suspends TSA Precheck, Global Entry amid shutdown
CNBC • • nation
Key Points:
- The Department of Homeland Security suspended TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs starting 6 a.m. ET Sunday due to the partial government shutdown that began on February 14.
- The suspension affects over 20 million TSA PreCheck members and 34% of passengers screened at more than 200 U.S. airports, prioritizing general travelers instead of special privileges.
- The move coincides with a major winter storm forecasted to disrupt flights across the U.S. Northeast, where airlines have already canceled over 6,000 flights and waived fees for changes.
- Airlines for America criticized the suspension, highlighting the short notice given to travelers and expressing concern over the impact on air travel amid record travel volumes.
- The shutdown stems from
