TSA PreCheck program faces suspension due to ongoing DHS government shutdown
February 26, 2026 • Google News World
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US Secretary of Homeland Security Noem Threatens to Suspend TSA PreCheck Amid DHS Shutdown
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that it will suspend TSA PreCheck, a program allowing pre-screened travelers to bypass security checkpoints at airports. The announcement comes as the partial government shutdown continues.
According to reports, Secretary Noem has threatened to suspend TSA PreCheck again if the shutdown is not resolved. This would impact millions of Americans who rely on the program for their daily commutes and business travel.
In related news, Global Entry, another trusted traveler program, has been paused by DHS. The pause was announced as part of the ongoing government shutdown.
The White House has also issued a statement regarding the suspension of TSA PreCheck, citing concerns about the impact on national security.
Meanwhile, reports have emerged that the Department of Homeland Security had previously planned to suspend TSA PreCheck but reversed its decision after receiving feedback from stakeholders. The reason for this change is not clear.
TSA PreCheck and Global Entry are two separate programs administered by DHS. While they share some similarities, they serve different purposes and have distinct requirements.
The suspension of TSA PreCheck and the pause on Global Entry have raised concerns among travelers and business owners who rely on these programs for their daily activities.
As the government shutdown continues, it remains to be seen whether Secretary Noem will follow through on her threat to suspend TSA PreCheck.
Source: Google News World