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A 35-day government shutdown risks U.S. airspace closures due to unpaid staff shortages, affecting millions.
A government shutdown entering its 35th day has triggered warnings from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy that parts of the U.S. airspace could be closed within a week if funding is not restored, due to severe staffing shortages among air traffic controllers and TSA screeners working without pay.
Over 3.2 million passengers have been affected by flight delays or cancellations since October 1, with 20% to 40% absenteeism reported at the 30 largest airports, prompting airline stock drops and concerns over nationwide travel chaos.
Duffy emphasized safety risks, noting that even partial closures could disrupt the interconnected air traffic system, with the last full closure occurring on 9/11.
Democrats blame Republican inaction for the impasse, which echoes the 2019 shutdown.
Un cierre del gobierno de 35 días arriesga el cierre del espacio aéreo de los Estados Unidos debido a la escasez de personal no remunerado, afectando a millones de personas.