The Washington Post reports that DHS will suspend TSA's PreCheck and Global Entry programs amid a partial agency shutdown. The pause is an emergency staffing measure after Congress did not approve additional funding more than a week ago. Reuters could not immediately verify the report. Travelers who use expedited screening may experience delays.
DHS to Pause TSA PreCheck and Global Entry Amid Partial Shutdown, Washington Post Reports
A view of the sign in front of US Homeland Security Department in South East Washington, D.C., U.S. February 15, 2026. REUTERS/Ken Cedeno
On Feb. 21, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said it will suspend the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) PreCheck and Global Entry programs as part of emergency staffing measures while much of the agency remains shut down, the Washington Post reported, citing a DHS spokesperson.
The department described the pause as one of several steps intended to redirect personnel to core security functions after Congress failed to provide additional funding more than a week ago. DHS said the suspension is a temporary measure to manage limited staff resources during the partial shutdown.
What This Means For Travelers
Travelers who rely on expedited screening through PreCheck or expedited customs processing via Global Entry could face delays or longer standard screening lines while the programs are paused. Airports and border processing centers may prioritize critical security operations over enrollment and expedited services.
Reporting Note
Reuters could not immediately verify the Washington Post report. This story was reported by Rishabh Jaiswal in Bengaluru and edited by William Mallard.
Help us improve.
