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TSA PreCheck and Global Entry Suspended Amid Funding Shutdown

2/22/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Department of Homeland Security will suspend Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck and Global Entry starting Sunday due to a funding shutdown that began on February 14.
The shutdown redirects staffing during DHS funding negotiations.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement remains minimally affected because of prior funding.
TSA employees are working without pay, raising absenteeism.
The longer airport wait times could cause missed flights and economic repercussions.

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Story summary

The Department of Homeland Security will suspend Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck and Global Entry starting Sunday due to a funding shutdown that began on February 14.
The shutdown redirects staffing during DHS funding negotiations.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement remains minimally affected because of prior funding.
TSA employees are working without pay, raising absenteeism.
The longer airport wait times could cause missed flights and economic repercussions.