Delta suspends Capitol perks as DHS shutdown strains security
TL;DR
Delta Air Lines has temporarily halted its airport escorts and red-coat concierge services for members of Congress and their staff due to the ongoing DHS shutdown, following CEO Ed Bastian’s criticism of lawmakers for not funding TSA pay; security lines have grown as TSA staffing shortages persist, and other carriers have not announced similar changes.
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