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Delta Air Lines Suspends Travel Perks for Congress Amid Shutdown

3/27/2026

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Delta Suspends Perks

Delta Air Lines suspended travel perks for members of Congress because the partial government shutdown affects the Department of Homeland Security.
The decision halts airport escorts.
The policy treats lawmakers like regular passengers based on SkyMiles status.
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian criticized Congress for the shutdown's impact on TSA workers, who are unpaid, while lawmakers push bipartisan proposals to end special airport treatment.

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Hinson Ends Airport Perks

Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) introduced the End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act to end expedited airport services for lawmakers.
The move comes during the partial government shutdown, as TSA agents work without pay, worsening staffing shortages and travel delays.
The bill has bipartisan support and follows a Senate bill that passed unanimously.
Hinson is campaigning for a Senate seat, with support from U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Delta Suspends Perks

Delta Air Lines suspended travel perks for members of Congress because the partial government shutdown affects the Department of Homeland Security.
The decision halts airport escorts.
The policy treats lawmakers like regular passengers based on SkyMiles status.
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian criticized Congress for the shutdown's impact on TSA workers, who are unpaid, while lawmakers push bipartisan proposals to end special airport treatment.

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