Air traffic control staffing shortages, exacerbated by the federal government shutdown, have led to widespread flight delays and cancellations across 12 major U.S. cities. The FAA has imposed ground delay programs, with Atlanta experiencing significant disruptions. Transportation Secretary Duffy warned of potential further flight cuts if controller absences continue.
The Trump administrations efforts to fight having to fully fund food stamps for millions of vulnerable Americans is creating an opening for Democrats eager to use the shutdown to paint the president as callous and out of touch.
More than 100 flights were canceled at Chicagos OHare and Midway international airports on Saturday, the second day of a Federal Aviation Administration order cutting flights due to the government shutdown.
