Last updated: 2026-02-22 06:28:45 ET
Pulse AI Brief
Updated Feb 22, 2026 6:00 AM ET
The Department of Homeland Security has announced the suspension of TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs amid a partial government shutdown. This decision has sparked criticism from Democrats, who accuse the DHS of undermining programs that expedite security processes for travelers.
The suspension could lead to longer wait times at airports, potentially affecting airline stocks negatively as travel disruptions loom.
This move highlights ongoing political tensions and operational challenges within U.S. government agencies during the shutdown.
Democrats accuse DHS of ‘kneecapping’ programs that help speed registered travelers through security lines The US Department of Homeland Security...
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that TSA and Customs and Border Protection "are prioritizing the general traveling populat...
