Summary
Air Traffic Controllers played an important role in ending the government shutdown in 2019. With another possible shutdown, they might have a similar influence this year.
Key Facts
- Air Traffic Controllers were influential in ending the 2019 government shutdown.
- A shortage of controllers contributed to the resolution of that shutdown.
- The U.S. government faces the possibility of another shutdown soon.
- Air traffic controllers could again have power in this situation.
- The issue relates to the functioning of the national air traffic system.