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TSA lines are longer. What you can do before going to the airport

Travelers across the United States are encountering unusually long airport security lines as a partial federal government shutdown strains staffing at the Transportation Security Administration.

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Why you should get both TSA PreCheck and CLEAR+ in 2026

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TSA lines are about to get a lot worse

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Global Entry reopens at US airports after closure and hours-long delays

The Trump administration has reinstated the Global Entry program, which expedites US customs and immigration clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers.

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As another shutdown impacts travelers, some see privatizing TSA screening as a solution

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Global Entry back online as shutdown stretches TSA wait times

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TSA Wait Times: Check Airport Security Lines, TSA PreCheck

Although TSA employees are considered essential and must continue screening passengers, unscheduled absences have risen sharply, leading to closed lanes, slower processing and lines with hourslong wai...

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Mass TSA exodus and callouts blamed for hours-long delay at US airports

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Are TSA agents being paid amid shutdown? Staffing prompts long lines.

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As travel delays worsen amid partial shutdown, experts suggest using TSA PreCheck and CLEAR+

Here's how to utilize TSA PreCheck and CLEAR+ for faster security screening amid lengthy wait times due to the partial government shutdown.

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TSA wait times may not get better any time soon. Here’s what you should know if you’re flying

Travelers stuck in line for hours at airport security this week are the latest victims of a partial government shutdown that has dragged on for nearly a month.

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Are TSA agents being paid amid DHS shutdown? Staffing prompts long lines

Some airports are contending with more than 50% of their TSA staff calling out of work as the DHS shutdown drags on. What to know in Louisville

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This Is One of the Easiest Ways to Get TSA PreCheck—and It Only Takes 5 Minutes

And it doesn't involve going to the airport.

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TSA PreCheck or CLEAR? What to know about trusted traveler programs

TSA PreCheck offers faster screening at airports nationwide, including Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. How it works and how to enroll.

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Why it's so important to make sure your boarding pass says 'TSA PreCheck' right now

The U.S. government remains partially shutdown. If you're flying and have TSA PreCheck access, make sure all of your information is good to go.

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Tips to catch your flight as TSA lines stretched for hours at some US airports

Agents are expected to receive their first $0 paycheck this weekend, potentially pushing more fed-up agents to call out and further spiral the chaos.

TSA is a mess at several airports — but most others are just fine

Houston Hobby and New Orleans airports are the hardest hit. Industry experts say Hobby and New Orleans may simply be outliers.