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Lawmakers Demand Global Entry Reinstatement Amid Shutdown

2/25/2026

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A U.S. travel industry group and lawmakers urged the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump to reinstate the Global Entry program suspended during the shutdown.
On February 23, 2026, President Donald Trump attended a ceremony honoring "Angel Families."
The Department of Homeland Security suspended Global Entry amid the partial government shutdown, citing funding issues.
Critics, including Senator Mark Warner, say pause raises security risks and harms travelers amid policy disputes.

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A U.S. travel industry group and lawmakers urged the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump to reinstate the Global Entry program suspended during the shutdown.
On February 23, 2026, President Donald Trump attended a ceremony honoring "Angel Families."
The Department of Homeland Security suspended Global Entry amid the partial government shutdown, citing funding issues.
Critics, including Senator Mark Warner, say pause raises security risks and harms travelers amid policy disputes.