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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 28: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy speaks during a press conference at LaGuardia Airport on October 28, 2025 in New York City. Duffy spoke about how the government shutdown, now on its 28th day, is affecting travel at airports throughout the country. Duffy has stated that delays stemming from staffing issues has jumped from its usual mark of 5 % to 53% amid the shutdown. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

Secy Duffy: Be nice during record setting holiday travel season

As the holiday travel rush commences, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Americans should prepare for crowded roads and skies.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 07: A passenger enters a security checkpoint where travelers who are not compliant with Real ID changes for air travel are directed at O'Hare International Airport on May 07, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. As of today, air travelers must have a Real ID or equivalent form of identification to verify their identity before passing through airport security to avoid delays or the risk of being unable to fly. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

TSA proposes $18 fee for travelers who do not possess REAL ID-compliant form of identification

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) published a notice in the Federal Register on Thursday, revealing plans to introduce an $18 non-refundable fee for passengers arriving at airport security checkpoints without an acceptable form of identification (AFOID) — such as a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or a passport.

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 17: A United Airlines plane lands at Newark Liberty International Airport in front of the New York skyline on September 17, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Duffy warns air travel will slow to ‘a trickle’ during holiday season if govt. shutdown persists

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that air travel will be slowed to “a trickle” as Thanksgiving approaches, as the ongoing government shutdown continues to negatively impact the availability of air traffic controllers.

(R) U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and U.S. Vice President JD Vance speak to reporters outside the White House on October 30, 2025 in Washington, D.C. Vance spoke following a roundtable discussion with members of the aviation industry and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on the impacts of the government shutdown. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) / (Background) With the New York City skyline in the background, United Airlines flights are lined up for takeoff at Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, New Jersey, on November 7, 2025. Hundreds of flights were canceled across the United States on Friday after the Trump administration ordered reductions to ease strain on air traffic controllers who are working without pay amid congressional paralysis on funding the US budget. Forty airports were due to slow down, including the giant hubs in Atlanta, Newark, Denver, Chicago, Houston and Los Angeles. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP) (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images)

Transportation Secy. Duffy: Major U.S. airlines canceling hundreds of flights

In an escalation of the federal government’s record-breaking shutdown, airlines throughout the U.S. have canceled over 840 flights as mandated reductions in air traffic took effect at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports.

State Dept. to roll out program requiring certain foreigners seeking business or tourism visas to post refundable bond

The U.S. State Department is launching a nearly 12‑month pilot program beginning August 20th requiring some B‑1/B‑2 tourist and business visa applicants from select countries to post refundable bonds of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000.

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 04: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to guests from the South Portico of the White House during an event on the South Lawn on June 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump held the “Summer Soirée” for guests, including staff, cabinet members, and supporters to visit the grounds and enjoy the recent onset of summer heat. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Trump issues ban on entry into U.S. for foreign nationals from 12 countries

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation barring foreign nationals from 12 countries from entering the United States, citing national security concerns. He also indicated that additional restrictions may be forthcoming.