Summary
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) clarified that its PreCheck service, which speeds up security checks for registered travelers, will continue to operate despite earlier announcements suggesting it would be suspended during the partial government shutdown. This shutdown started because Democrats and the White House could not agree on funding for the Department of Homeland Security due to disputes over immigration policies.
Key Facts
- The TSA stated that PreCheck will keep running even during the partial government shutdown.
- The shutdown began on February 14 after funding talks for the Department of Homeland Security hit a standstill.
- Democrats and the White House disagree on immigration policies, affecting shutdown negotiations.
- The Department of Homeland Security had earlier announced possible suspensions to refocus resources.
- TSA mentioned that special escorts, like those for Congress members, are suspended during the shutdown.
- The trade group Airlines for America urged Congress to resolve the funding conflict quickly.
- Criticism arose over the sudden announcement of potential service suspensions, affecting travel planning.
