Homeland security reverses course on TSA PreCheck suspension

Homeland security reverses course on TSA PreCheck suspension

DHS official reportedly says Global Entry program would remain halted amid partial government shutdown

The Department of Homeland Security partially reversed course on Sunday morning on an order that had suspended the TSA PreCheck and Global Entry airport security programs as a result of staffing shortages caused by the partial government shutdown.

“TSA PreCheck remains operational with no change for the traveling public,” the Transportation Security Administration said in a social media post. “As staffing constraints arise, TSA will evaluate on a case-by-case basis and adjust operations accordingly.”

Associated Press and Reuters contributed to this report

Continue reading...