The New York Times – Travel:
The deployment comes as a battle over Department of Homeland Security funding has led to closed security checkpoints, long lines and missed flights.
Category: Airport Security
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ICE Agents Fan Out at Airports Across the U.S. Amid TSA Staffing Issues
The New York Times – Travel:
The agents were sent to help understaffed T.S.A. teams manage long security lines. But early on Monday, it was unclear what impact they were having.
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TSA Official Warns Small U.S. Airports Could Close if Shutdown Continues
The New York Times – Travel:
T.S.A. officers, working without pay for more than a month, have called out of work and quit in growing numbers as the shutdown drags on.
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Airport Security Lines Grow as TSA Goes Unpaid in Partial Shutdown
The New York Times – Travel:
“There’s going to be a breaking point sooner or later,” one union official warned, with travelers at some airports being told to arrive three hours ahead of time.
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Airport Security Workers to Miss Paycheck as Shutdown Drags On
The New York Times – Travel:
Union officials warned that airport delays could worsen just as spring break season kicks in. Workers are taking on other jobs and canceling child care to make ends meet.
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After ‘Priceless’ Violin Flies on Lap, Lufthansa Changes Carry-On Rules
The New York Times – Travel:
Carolin Widmann had to cradle her centuries-old, multimillion-dollar instrument during a flight to Germany. Her predicament resonated with musicians who have faced similar challenges.
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TSA PreCheck Is Back, but Global Entry Is Paused. What’s Going On?
The New York Times – Travel:
Blaming a partial government shutdown, officials suspended the expedited arrival program this week, but some travelers are seeing inconsistencies at airports.
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Homeland Security to Shut T.S.A. PreCheck and Global Entry at Airports
The New York Times – Travel:
The department said that it would suspend the priority airport security programs on Sunday, about a week after its funding lapsed.
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Trump’s Actions Test the Fragile World of Air Travel
The New York Times – Travel:
Last minute announcements and abrupt changes by the Trump administration have caused confusion in an already strained U.S. aviation system.