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- U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration reinstated the Global Entry program on March 11, 2026.
- The Department of Homeland Security paused the program on February 22 to conserve resources.
- The suspension caused three-hour wait times at airports and drew pressure from airlines and groups, with Airlines for America CEO Chris Sununu calling travelers a 'political football'.
- The program expedites customs clearance for about 13 million pre-approved travelers at 62 airports.
