DHS suspends TSA PreCheck and Global Entry amid shutdown

The Department of Homeland Security is suspending TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs due to funding lapses, effective 6 a.m. ET Sunday, prioritizing general travelers at airports. This decision, which comes amid a significant winter storm and prior to spring break travel, is expected to lead to longer lines and frustration for travelers. Critics, including Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson and U.S. Travel, have condemned the move, arguing it unnecessarily burdens the public. Additionally, FEMA will halt non-disaster responses to focus on disaster management, highlighting the broader impact of the funding issues.

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