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Thanksgiving Travel at Risk as Shutdown Looms

11/9/2025

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The U.S. government shutdown could extend into Thanksgiving, risking travel disruptions.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns flight cancellations could rise from 3% to 20% if the shutdown continues.
Senate Republicans negotiate with Democrats, who seek Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits extensions and worker protections.
U.S. President Donald Trump attributes the shutdown to Republican election results and urges ending the filibuster.
SNAP funding lapses leave 40 million Americans facing food insecurity.

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Story summary

The U.S. government shutdown could extend into Thanksgiving, risking travel disruptions.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns flight cancellations could rise from 3% to 20% if the shutdown continues.
Senate Republicans negotiate with Democrats, who seek Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits extensions and worker protections.
U.S. President Donald Trump attributes the shutdown to Republican election results and urges ending the filibuster.
SNAP funding lapses leave 40 million Americans facing food insecurity.