Airline Cites Strain From Partial DHS Shutdown On Operations

Delta Air Lines has temporarily suspended special services for members of Congress, citing the strain of the partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown on airport operations. The move affects lawmakers’ access to airport escorts, VIP-style help, and other perks. Despite this, they will still have access to a special phone line for reservations. The decision comes as airports face widespread disruption, with travelers enduring long TSA lines and staffing crunches among TSA employees. The situation was first reported by AeroTime.