How would a government shutdown affect travel around the U.S.?

A prolonged government shutdown, as occurred in 2018, could lead to long lines at TSA checkpoints and economic losses, experts warn. Read More

How a government shutdown could affect travel

Following the news of the government shutdown, announced in the early hours of Wednesday morning, travelers with flights booked or those heading to national parks may need to be ready for unexpected ... Read More

The US government has shut down. Here's what to know

The federal government officially entered a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday amid an impasse on Capitol Hill over competing congressional spending bills. Read More

The U.S. Government Is Shut Down—Here’s How It May Affect Flights, Cruises, and National Parks

The United States government officially shut down on Oct. 1, 2025, due to a lack of funding, according to The White House and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. While the shutdown may have ... Read More

A prolonged US government shutdown could impact your travel plans

A U.S. government shutdown has begun, and it could impact travel plans, with potential airport delays and cancellations. Read More

Here's what is being affected by the government shutdown across the country

The federal shutdown will affect people across the United States. NPR's network of member stations explains what will be impacted and where. Read More

Flying soon? How the government shutdown affects air travel in and around Delaware

Air travel could have some minor impacts in Delaware and the surrounding region during the government shutdown. Find out why. Read More

How a Government Shutdown on October 1 Could Affect You

At 11:59 p.m. ET on September 30, federal funding is set to run out, triggering a government shutdown unless Congress acts. Read More

Why the US government has shut down and what happens now

There are two main ways this could end - either the Republicans negotiate an extension to the healthcare subsidies that the Democrats are demanding, or the shutdown becomes so disruptive that the ... Read More

Government shutdown looms. Will online services be disrupted?

The U.S. government faces another funding lapse in Trump's second term, posing a threat to federal agencies and services. Read More

Can you get a passport during the government shutdown? What to know

Plan to travel and need to get a passport? What to know about passport processing during the government shutdown. Read More

When could a government shutdown occur? How would it affect you?

Congress returned to work after the Labor Day holiday with less than a month before it faces a potential partial government shutdown on Oct. 1 if it fails to come to an agreement on new funding ... Read More