The Department of Homeland Security reversed course Sunday morning after saying that it would suspend TSA PreCheck because of the partial government shutdown. “TSA PreCheck remains operational with no change for the traveling public,” the Transportation Security Administration said in a statement. TSA PreCheck and Global Entry are two popular programs that allow some travelers to move more quickly through airport security. Saturday’s announcement that TSA PreCheck would be suspended had drawn swift criticism. The partial shutdown of DHS operations stems from a standoff in Congress over the appropriations bill that provides money for the department.

Source: Washington Post February 23, 2026 16:05 UTC