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Airlines Urge Congress to End Shutdown Amid Safety Concerns
10/31/2025
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- Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are pressing Congress to end the ongoing government shutdown.
- The National Air Traffic Controllers Association says air traffic controllers are working mandatory overtime, raising safety and efficiency concerns.
- United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the urgency for a resolution remains high, noting exclusive security lanes for premium customers are affected.
- Senate Democrats oppose the proposed clean continuing resolution, complicating negotiations.
