Government Shutdowns Won't Stop Airport Security If Airport Security Isn't Run by the Government Airport wait times balloon as the TSA remains impacted by the partial government shutdown. Reason · Mar 18
No pay for 50,000 TSA officers during the shutdown, and now a Donald Trump official just dropped a warning Airports may not withstand this much longer. We Got This Covered · Mar 18
Despite Republicans controlling three branches of government, Trump blames Dems for shutdown Shutdown comes amid heightened scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement operations, with Democrats calling for changes to use of ID-obscuring masks, and how arrest warrants are obtained The Independent UK · Mar 18
Delta CEO slams Washington over unpaid TSA agents, says front-line workers are being used as ‘political chips’ More than 300 agents have quit since the partial shutdown began Feb. 14, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Fortune · Mar 18
White House offers limitations on ICE raids in ‘sensitive areas’ and more body cams as it works to get Homeland Security funded Republicans still have not budged on Democrats’ biggest demands that are needed to fund DHS The Independent UK · Mar 18
The 6,000-Flight Collapse: Why Your Spring Travel Plans Just Became a National Emergency Spring travel was supposed to be your escape—but instead, it’s turning into a logistical nightmare. Across the U.S. and beyond, thousands of flights are being... Saving Advice · Mar 18
Delta CEO Reveals 8 Record Sales Days This Quarter as Iran War Fails to Dent Bookings Delta, American, and United raise Q1 revenue guidance at J.P. Morgan conference as bookings surge despite jet fuel costs rising over 50%. International Business Times UK · Mar 18
I asked ChatGPT what to do when I missed my flight because of a long TSA line — here’s how it helped me I asked ChatGPT what to do if I missed my flight because of a long TSA line — here’s the advice that could save your trip Tom’s Guide · Mar 18
Australian man attacked TSA worker in LAX bathroom after accusing him of stealing his passport, authorities say His bag and passport were later found in a restaurant in the terminal the man had been to The Independent UK · Mar 18
Long Lines? What Problems Are Facing the TSA in 2026 The airport experience in 2026 feels like a test of patience before a trip even begins. Security lines stretch, tempers flare, and the clock suddenly feels like an enemy instead of a guide. Something has shifted, and it goes far beyond a few extra travelers showing up early for flights.… Clever Dude · Mar 18
Is Orlando International Airport Open Now? Latest MCO Status, Delays and Spring Break Travel Updates Orlando International Airport (MCO) is fully open and operating under normal conditions as of early Wednesday morning, March 18, 2026, with no active ground delays or stops in effect, according to the airport's official website and live flight-tracking data. International Business Times · Mar 18
Markwayne Mullin strikes softer tone but defends Trump policies in Senate hearing Trump pick to replace Kristi Noem signaled he’d avoid her mistakes but defends president’s immigration campaign The Guardian - US · Mar 18
"We're making people hurt": Democrats adopt new tactic to win DHS shutdown fight "We're on the right side on ICE, but not on the rest," said one House Democrat. Axios · Mar 17
Latin Times · Mar 17 Texas Lawmakers Cornyn, Casar Clash at Austin Airport Over DHS Funding: 'Tell Your Democrats to Vote to Pay These Poor People' Texas Sen. John Cornyn and Rep. Greg Casar clashed publicly outside Austin-Bergstrom International Airport during a press event highlighting the impact of a partial DHS shutdown on federal workers.
The Independent UK · Mar 17 Government shutdown could lead to airports being closed, TSA official warns TSA agents are working without pay as the Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues
Tom’s Guide · Mar 17 TSA wait times — how to track delays at airports during the government shutdown The months-long government shutdown is deeply impacting TSA staffing levels, so security wait times are getting longer. Here's how to see how long you could be waiting.
The Independent UK · Mar 17 Travel disruptions continue as storms slam Midwest and move east Thousands of cancellations hit major hubs, including New York, Chicaco and Atlanta
The Guardian - US · Mar 17 Security lines persist at US airports as Congress negotiates DHS funding Senate Democrats sent counteroffer on Monday aimed at resolving budget standoff
We Got This Covered · Mar 17 Airlines slam the use of air travel as a political football and demand Congress pass key acts to protect airports and the skies Spring Break traffic is making them worried for upcoming events.
International Business Times · Mar 17 JFK Airport TSA Wait Times Vary by Terminal Amid Spring Break Travel and Ongoing Government Shutdown Effects Travelers at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) faced mixed TSA security wait times Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with some terminals seeing lines exceeding 30 minutes while others cleared in under 5 minutes.
The Independent UK · Mar 17 Some flight cancellations and delays continue after US storms dump snow in the Midwest and head east Hundreds of flights are canceled or delayed one day after powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and disrupted thousands of others
The Guardian - US · Mar 16 Thousands of flights canceled as winter storm marches across US Storm system dumps snow in midwest and threatens east coast with high winds and possible ‘long-track tornadoes’
The Guardian - US · Mar 16 Texas lawmakers spar over DHS funding as long lines loom at US airports John Cornyn and Greg Casar debate TSA agent pay outside Austin airport as partial shutdown enters second month