Summary
The Global Entry program has been shut down due to a partial government shutdown that started because a funding agreement was not reached. The PreCheck program will remain operational despite initial plans to also shut it down. The shutdown is happening during a major winter storm that is affecting flights on the East Coast.
Key Facts
- The Global Entry program is not available during the partial government shutdown.
- A government shutdown occurred because Democrats and the White House did not agree on a Homeland Security funding bill.
- Global Entry allows approved travelers to quickly pass through U.S. customs.
- Many Global Entry users also have TSA PreCheck, which remains open.
- The shutdown comes as a major winter storm is hitting the East Coast, canceling many flights.
- The Department of Homeland Security is implementing emergency measures to manage limited funds.
- TSA reported short wait times at security lines in many international airports despite the shutdown.
- The travel industry is urging Congress to resolve the government funding disagreement.
