Travelers complain of long waits at airports amid DHS shutdown
The Bottom Line
Travelers are experiencing extensive airport delays due to the partial government shutdown impacting DHS.
How This Affects You
You should arrive significantly earlier for your flights at major airports due to hours-long security waits caused by the DHS shutdown.
Travelers are experiencing extensive delays at airports nationwide due to a partial government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The shutdown, now in its fourth week, has led to hours-long waits at major hubs such as Charlotte Douglas International, William P. Hobby Airport, and New Orleans International Airport. These airports are advising passengers to arrive significantly earlier than usual for their flights. The ongoing delays underscore the operational challenges faced by critical infrastructure during federal funding impasses. The situation is expected to continue until a resolution regarding DHS funding is reached.
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