"TSA and CBP are prioritizing the general traveling population at our airports and ports of entry and suspending courtesy and special privilege escorts," the DHS Secretary told the Associated Press in a statement. The services will be suspended beginning Sunday, Feb. 22, leaving travelers little time to change plans to leave extra time for long security lines. There is currently no end date scheduled for the pause.
“Shutdowns have serious real world consequences," she continued while pointing the finger at "Democrat politicians" for "shutting down the government" as the two sides struggled to reach an agreement about imposing new restrictions on DHS after the ICE-related deaths of U.S. citizens Alex Pretti and Renée Good in Minnesota.
DHS Democrats said the suspension of services was not necessary, with Noem "kneecapping the programs that make travel smoother and secure" to "ruin your travel on purpose."
“Travelers should be prioritized, not leveraged,” he added on X. “Travel is the gateway to the American economy and Americans should not have their mobility, security or travel experience diminished because elected leaders fail to resolve their differences.”
Travelers Should be Prioritized, Not LeveragedThe suspension of TSA PreCheck and Global Entry is extremely disappointing. We are disgusted that over the last 90 days, Democrats and Republicans have used air traffic controllers, TSA, CBP and the entire travel experience as a…
— U.S. Travel (@USTravel) February 22, 2026What Will the TSA PreCheck Shutdown Affect?
In addition to TSA PreCheck and Global Entry customers, Noem's plan also pauses airport police escorts for members of Congress.
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To ensure a smooth travel day, expect longer lines and delays, ensure you have all the necessary documents, and get to the airport earlier than usual.
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