TSA wait times spike at Houston, O'Hare, Newark, Baltimore, Detroit, Cincinnati: If you are flying, start early

Airports across the United States are experiencing severe disruption as TSA wait times surge at major hubs. The ongoing DHS shutdown has left thousands of Transportation Security Administration workers unpaid, leading to widespread absenteeism and staffing shortages of up to 40% at some airports. Travelers are being urged to arrive early and prepare for extended security delays nationwide.