Trump Administration Warns of "Mass Chaos" In Air Travel If Government Shutdown Continues
2 weeks ago
The Trump administration is warning that air travel could soon face severe disruptions if the ongoing government shutdown stretches into next week.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Wednesday that the financial strain on air traffic controllers and TSA workers, who have been working without pay, is creating a dangerous situation.
“Each day the shutdown continues, the risk grows,” Duffy said, adding that the situation could escalate into what he called “mass chaos” if the stalemate isn’t resolved soon.
Flight delays and cancellations have already been on the rise as staffing shortages worsen. Duffy cautioned that, without a resolution, some parts of U.S. airspace could be temporarily closed to ensure safety.
The warning comes as negotiations between the White House and congressional leaders remain at a standstill, with no clear path forward to reopen the government.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Wednesday that the financial strain on air traffic controllers and TSA workers, who have been working without pay, is creating a dangerous situation.
“Each day the shutdown continues, the risk grows,” Duffy said, adding that the situation could escalate into what he called “mass chaos” if the stalemate isn’t resolved soon.
Flight delays and cancellations have already been on the rise as staffing shortages worsen. Duffy cautioned that, without a resolution, some parts of U.S. airspace could be temporarily closed to ensure safety.
The warning comes as negotiations between the White House and congressional leaders remain at a standstill, with no clear path forward to reopen the government.
