Source: The Points Guy
Summary
The US government shutdown has affected the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Although 95% of TSA employees are considered essential federal workers and will continue to work without pay, there is a risk of long lines at airport security checkpoints if the shutdown continues. However, flight delays are unlikely as the US Department of Transportation, which oversees the Federal Aviation Administration, has already been funded.
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The escape is carefully planned.
Travelers can expect TSA PreCheck Touchless ID to be available at a growing list of airports, but must opt-in with their airline ahead of time. Global Entry remains the gold standard for getting through passport control quickly. Long-term concerns remain, as the TSA reported a 25% spike in officers leaving the agency’s workforce during the last shutdown.
The trip promises a break, but with a side of uncertainty.
Author: Evan Null
