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DHS Shutdown Sparks TSA Resignations, Airport Closures

4/6/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security shutdown began on February 14, triggering the resignation of over 450 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers and callout rates above 40% in Atlanta and Houston.
Philadelphia has closed three security checkpoints.
European rail travel offers overnight routes across 600 cities and emits far less carbon dioxide (CO2) than short-haul flights.
France has banned domestic routes where train options exist.

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Story summary

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown began on February 14, triggering the resignation of over 450 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers and callout rates above 40% in Atlanta and Houston.
Philadelphia has closed three security checkpoints.
European rail travel offers overnight routes across 600 cities and emits far less carbon dioxide (CO2) than short-haul flights.
France has banned domestic routes where train options exist.