The ongoing government shutdown’s toll on air travel could accelerate political pressure on lawmakers to reach a deal.

President Donald Trump said on Thursday (October 23) that a wealthy private donor has given the U.S. government $130 million ...

The shutdown has raised fears about staffing shortages in a job that requires long, intense hours, but concerns about air ...

U.S. Transportation Department Secretary Sean Duffy also said he "can't guarantee" flights will be on time as government ...

Controllers have already received one reduced check, because the shutdown began in the middle of a pay period. The next pay ...

Since October 1, 2025, travelers who intended to get on a plane have had their stomachs in knots over this government ...

The government shutdown has shown little sign of resolution as many lawmakers exchange barbs and dig into their positions. But some quiet absences among air traffic controllers and the resulting ...

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on Oct. 6 that the government shutdown is adding stress to already overworked and understaffed air traffic controllers, as some areas have seen an uptick in ...

WASHINGTON — Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned on Thursday that the government could dismiss air traffic controllers who repeatedly fail to show up for work during the government shutdown, ...

Washington (CNN) — As the ninth day of the government shutdown wears on, the focus is on how many air traffic controllers show up to work tonight. The Federal Aviation Administration reported staffing ...