TSA says PreCheck still operational after previous announcement of suspension during funding fight
WRAL • • general
Key Points:
- The TSA announced that its PreCheck program will remain operational despite an earlier statement from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) indicating a suspension during the partial government shutdown.
- Airport security lines appeared largely unaffected on Sunday, with wait times under 15 minutes at most international airports, and travelers reported no immediate disruptions to TSA PreCheck services.
- The partial government shutdown, triggered by disagreements over DHS funding and immigration policies, has led to concerns about potential impacts on airport security services, including the possible suspension of Global Entry.
- TSA confirmed that certain services, such as courtesy escorts for Members of Congress, have been suspended to prioritize security operations, while airlines and lawmakers criticized the uncertainty and short notice surrounding the shutdown’s effects on travelers.
- The shutdown
