TSA Wait Times Jump as Shutdown Lingers: How to Check Real-Time Security Lines

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Amid a partial government shutdown, TSA wait times have surged to 2–3 hours due to staffing shortages, especially during spring travel. The article explains how to check real-time TSA wait times via the MyTSA app or airline/airport sites, cross-check with your home airport, and consider options like TSA PreCheck or CLEAR+ to speed security. It also lists several busy hubs and emphasizes planning extra time.
- How To Check Current TSA Wait Times Before Your Flight Upgraded Points
- See TSA Wait Times at Major U.S. Airports The New York Times
- Daily Briefing: Airport lines are still long USA Today
- Are TSA PreCheck and CLEAR affected by long security lines? The Hill
- Interest in CLEAR is surging as airport chaos continues across the US Business Insider
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