As the long-awaited REAL ID requirement goes into effect this Wednesday, many Americans are rushing to DMVs to obtain compliant identification for domestic air travel. The REAL ID Act, established in 2005 and set with a firm deadline of May 7, 2025, mandates that travelers without a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license will need a passport. The State Department has streamlined passport processing, currently taking about four to six weeks, with expedited options available, and emphasizes the importance of REAL ID for accessing federal facilities, urging individuals to check tsa.gov and travel.state.gov for further information.
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Full transcript of “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Aug. 24, 2025
On "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan discusses President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in Washington to combat crime, with Maryland Governor Wes Moore expressing opposition due to sustainability, constitutional concerns, and the impact on local policing. The episode also features insights from Senator Jeanne Shaheen, Congressman Mike Lawler, economist Mohamed El-Erian, and UNICEF's Catherine Russell on various pressing issues. Want More Context? 🔎
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