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Senators Stranded in D.C. Amid Airport Delays

10/31/2025

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Some U.S. senators are stranded in Washington, D.C., after delays at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport caused by the monthlong government shutdown.
The Federal Aviation Administration imposed a ground delay at Reagan National, delaying departures by about 90 minutes because of staffing problems.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said he would be stuck longer than expected and warned that flight issues may worsen.

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Some U.S. senators are stranded in Washington, D.C., after delays at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport caused by the monthlong government shutdown.
The Federal Aviation Administration imposed a ground delay at Reagan National, delaying departures by about 90 minutes because of staffing problems.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said he would be stuck longer than expected and warned that flight issues may worsen.