The Department of Homeland Security has halted TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs as the partial government shutdown continues. The suspension affects expedited security screening for registered travelers at airports nationwide.
WASHINGTON — Federal officials have put a stop to expedited airport security programs amid an ongoing partial government shutdown that began last week.
The Department of Homeland Security announced it will no longer operate TSA PreCheck and Global Entry services, which typically allow pre-approved travelers to move through airport checkpoints more quickly. The halt in these services is expected to create longer wait times and additional frustration for air travelers.
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem released a statement acknowledging that government shutdowns create significant impacts in the real world. Noem explained that both TSA and Customs and Border Protection agencies are focusing their limited resources on serving all travelers rather than providing expedited services and special assistance.
The government funding lapse started on February 14th when congressional Democrats and the White House failed to agree on spending legislation for the Department of Homeland Security. The standoff centers on Democratic lawmakers’ demands for modifications to immigration enforcement policies that form a key part of President Donald Trump’s deportation efforts.
House Democrats serving on the Homeland Security Committee have voiced strong opposition to the airport security decision. Through social media posts, they accused the current administration of deliberately undermining programs that enhance both travel efficiency and security, claiming officials are intentionally disrupting passenger travel experiences.
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