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Airport delays have begun to worsen as they did during 2019's government shutdown, but here's why TSA workers may stay in their jobs longer this time.
The closures are being made at the request of the TSA, which is being impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Two TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport are scheduled to close starting on Wednesday, Nov. 5, officials say.
Shorter lines at Houston’s airports today, but don’t get too comfortable. Officials say things could change fast.
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Houston travelers see shorter TSA lines at IAH on Tuesday. Officials still urge early arrivals.
Passengers were still encouraged to arrive early, despite the shorter lines at George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
TSA workers were told sick calls will bring “appropriate accountability measures to the fullest extent possible” after the shutdown ends—but airport screeners told Forbes such threats would likely backfire.
Even if you don't fly, travel experts say the images coming out of Houston's airports could impact you. They say the coverage of long airport lines could influence the government's reopening.
TSA lines are moving faster at Houston’s airports, but officials warn travelers to keep arriving early as the government shutdown continues.