After avoiding a government shutdown in late September, legislators are again racing to pass a deal before a 45-day “continuing resolution” expires Saturday. A lapse in federal funding could complicate travel logistics heading into a holiday week when about 4.7 million Americans are expected to fly for Thanksgiving. Officials at the Transportation Security Administration are anticipating a record number of fliers at airports.
The workers who keep airports running would be deemed essential, but passport operations and national parks could be affected. Here’s what you need to know.
