News Wrap: Chaotic weather system delays U.S. travelers

PBS NewsHour
March 16, 2026
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Weather system delays thousands of travelers; White House Chief of Staff diagnosed with cancer.

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Travel delays may affect your flight plans nationwide.

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A chaotic weather system across the United States delayed tens of thousands of travelers nationwide on Monday, disrupting holiday and business travel. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, affecting President Trump's senior staff during his second term. Meanwhile, a widespread blackout left Cuba's entire population of 11 million residents without power, creating a humanitarian crisis on the island. In entertainment news, acclaimed filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson finally received an Oscar after decades of critically praised work including "There Will Be Blood" and "Phantom Thread." The multiple stories highlight ongoing challenges from severe weather disruptions to health issues affecting the Trump administration's leadership team.

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