This is the latest straight from the horse’s mouth on my late night flight on how your flights will be impacted by the government shutdown starting today. If you’ve got a flight coming up, consider this your gentle reminder: turbulence isn’t just in the air — it’s in the airports, too. � Fly early. Morning flights have the best shot at leaving on time before the day’s delays start to snowball. And be sure to get to the airport EARLY. �• Keep the essentials close. Medications, chargers, and anything you can’t go 24 hours without should stay in your carry-on. �• Pack smart. Slip an extra outfit into your carry-on—just in case your checked bag decides to take a different vacation. �• Stay powered up. Outlets will be scarce, so bring a backup battery or two. �• Download your airline’s app. Real-time updates beat gate gossip every time. �• Hydrate and bring snacks. Airport food lines can feel longer than your flight itself. �• And most importantly—pack your patience. Travel days are unpredictable, but your mindset doesn’t have to be. #governmentshutdown #deltaairlines #flightcancellations #flightdelays #sisterhoodtravels #airportheadaches #travelplanning #flightadvice #airportstruggle #traveltips

“Republicans are voting almost unanimously to end it, and the Democrats keep voting against ending it,” President Trump says of the government shutdown. He says Democrats have “lost their way. They've become crazed lunatics.” Senate Democrats say they’ll vote to reopen the government if Republicans agree to extend government subsidies for more than 20 million Americans who use Obamacare for their health insurance. President Trump says he’ll talk with Democrats about health care, but only after they end the government shutdown. #trump #uspolitics #governmentshutdown

Thoughts and prayers for those without TSA precheck #governmentshutdown #tsa #IAH #Houston #travelnightmare